Cost Specialist

Cost Specialist

Job ID: 11560
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: $RegTemp

About UTEP

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

Position Information

Hiring Department: Vice President of Business Affairs

Posting End Date: Open until filled

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• List of three references is strongly encouraged.

Note: This position is temporary (2 years minimum, possibility of extending)

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.



Purpose of Position

Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information, prepare adjusting entries, reconciliation's, and financial reports.

Essential Functions

Meets with campus constituents to gather financial information related to goods and services provided.

Determines proper handling of financial transactions; monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and University policy and procedures.

Assists in developing rates for recharge centers and auxiliary units.

Compiles financial data to create profit and loss analysis.

Prepares and completes internal audits of recharge centers.

Prepares budget requests.

Performs statistical analysis.

Gathers and compiles cost information and maintains information concerning expenses.

Develops systems and procedures for accumulation systems and/or cost accounting functions.

Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.

Prepares reports that summarize and interpret current and projected financial position for management.

Reviews contracts, orders, and vouchers and prepares reports to substantiate individual transactions.

Reviews proper handling of financial transactions.

Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and University policy and procedures.

Assists with various special projects as needed.

Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.

Complies with state and university policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.



Required Qualifications:

Education: A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics or Mathematics is typically required or equivalent experience.

Minimum Experience required: One year of related experience to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.



Preferred Qualifications:

Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

Proficient in basic excel skills (V-Lookup function), data collection and analysis tools.

Be detail-oriented, knowledgeable in statistics and have strong problem solving skills.

Able to work under pressure and deliver on tight deadlines.

Additional Information

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 10pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.


To apply, visit https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=11560&PostingSeq=1

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