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Accountant

  • 492791
  • Oklahoma City
  • Finance, Grants & Business Operations
  • College of Medicine
  • S08
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Pay Range: Targeted salary of $50,300, depending on education and experience.

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday Standard / Fixed Schedule

Travel: Not required

For Best Consideration Date: 6/1/26

Position Introduction:

This position serves as a key financial resource for a department or college, providing comprehensive accounting support to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective financial management. The role encompasses account reconciliation, financial reporting, budget support, data maintenance, and payroll coordination, contributing to the overall integrity of departmental operations.

Responsibilities include reconciling accounts by reviewing financial transactions and ensuring alignment between system reports and source documentation, such as accounts payable, deposits, and interdepartmental activity. The incumbent prepares and delivers detailed financial statements that reflect monthly activity, including section-level and consolidated reports, and identifies and communicates any discrepancies for resolution and appropriate approval.

The position monitors departmental accounts and spending activity, processes budget and cost transfers, and prepares requisitions and invoices within PeopleSoft. It also supports daily financial operations by managing deposits and maintaining accurate records of transactions, contracts, and agreements.

In collaboration with departments, principal investigators, and vendors, this role provides guidance on financial matters, ensuring appropriate use of funds and adherence to established policies and contractual obligations. The incumbent conducts financial analyses to support reporting needs, improve processes, and inform decision-making, and plays an active role in the annual budget preparation process.

Additional responsibilities include maintaining the accuracy and quality of financial data through regular review and investigation of discrepancies, as well as serving as a payroll coordinator or backup to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.

This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting the financial health and operational success of the department.

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Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's of Science or Bachelor's of Arts Degree and a minimum of 18 hours of accounting coursework. 
  • None

Required Certifications and Licenses:

None

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

Norman Campus: If you are selected as a finalist for a position that supports the Norman Campus, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

 

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