AddressJob Summary:
Under direct supervision, the Entry LevelPayroll Services Accountant is responsible for performing basic and routine accounting tasks involved in the preparation of accounting entries, financial statements, and reports as instructed. Prepares monthly financial reports and reviews information with department leadership.
Work schedule:Hybrid model – 70% remote 30% onsite (weekly). *Ideal candidate must reside in Bexar county or surrounding areas.
Job Duties:
- Assembles data from books of original entry and controlling records and prepares financial statements and reports pertaining to institutional activities.
- Performs reconciliation of institutional general ledger records to subsidiary records and state reports.
- Documents and prepares monthly reconciliation of departmental budget for leadership review.
- Analyzes financial reports and records, making studies or recommendations relative to the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.
- Reviews and verifies the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications assigned to various records.
- Assists in the processing and reconciliation of specific reports and processing of payments.
- Coordinates with specific department in resolving personnel reporting issues and assists in the preparation of adjusting, closing entries and monthly/annual financial reports.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.
Experience:
- No experience required.
- Previous payroll or human resources experience is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures related to general taxes and non-resident alien taxations.
- Basic knowledge of general reporting and account reconciliation.
- Strong attention to detail. Ability to be dependable and flexible to meet deadlines.
- Strong verbal and written communication and organization skills.
- Proficiency in applicable software programs, including Microsoft Office.
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical- UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
Dental- Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision- Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Retirement- Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off- A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year plus three floating holidays, which can be used anytime during the fiscal year.
FSAs- Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Discounts- Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
