Accountant III

Classification Title:

Accountant III

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.

Job Description:

General Ledger Operations:

This position coordinates and performs month-end and fiscal year-end closing activities for the University and Direct Support Organizations (DSOs) operating in PeopleSoft, working closely with Applications Development and Integration (ADI), Contracts & Grants (C&G), and other CFO Division partners. They review journal entries from multiple source systems, ensure timely journal posting, research general ledger transactions, analyze account balances and variances, and collaborates with departments to resolve errors and discrepancies that impact financial reporting.

Customer Service & Relationship Building:

Builds and maintains strong working relationships with departments across campus, CFO Division colleagues, and key partners such as UF Research and UFIT. Serves as a trusted resource by providing guidance on financial processes, translating operational and accounting issues, and collaborating with stakeholders to identify practical solutions that support fiscal stewardship and financial literacy throughout the institution.

Financial Knowledge and Insights:

Evaluates existing financial processes and systems to identify opportunities for improvement and increased efficiency. Reviews cross-functional accounting practices for consistency, develops and maintains process documentation, and provides data-driven insights and reporting support through Enterprise Analytics. Partners closely with the Applications Development and Integration (ADI) team and campus stakeholders to implement solutions that strengthen financial operations.

Unclaimed Property:

Manages annual unclaimed property reporting by collaborating with University departments to gather, review, and validate information related to outstanding payments. Ensures compliance with state requirements by using approved software to accurately prepare and submit unclaimed property reports to the Bureau of Unclaimed Property in a timely manner.

Special Projects:

Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Preferred:

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with accounting software
• Ability to apply problem solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and business‑reporting abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross‑functional team.
• Proficient in Excel
• Strong interpersonal skills

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No