A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter must include examples of how your past work experience is applicable to this position.
Job Summary
This is an entry level accountant position. The Financial Services & Contracts (FSC) Accountant Associate would be responsible for supporting the financial operations of units within the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management (VCEM), the Vice Provost for Engaged Learning & Teaching Innovation (VPELTI), and the Vice Provost for Strategy & Affectiveness (VPSA). Responsibilities include financial reporting, account reconciliations, budget development and forecasting, financial analysis, auditing P-Card and expense report transactions, and ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures. The position provides financial guidance and customer service to departmental stakeholders, supports annual reporting requirements and special projects assigned by Vice Chancellor of Business & Finance, Controller, and/or any assigned UMF departmental executive officers and participates in ongoing professional development, including participating in the Financial Community of Practice career path within FSC to maintain knowledge of university financial systems, policies, and best practices.
Responsibilities*
FINANCIAL REPORTING, BUDGETING & ACCOUNTING
- Prepare, analyze, and distribute financial reports for VCEM, VPELTI, and VPSA
- Reconcile accounts, review financial transactions, process fund transfers, and ensure financial accuracy and compliance
- Audit P-Card transactions and Emburse Expense Reports
- Develop budget projections and financial forecasts and monitor budget performance
- Analyze financial trends and provide recommendations to support strategic planning and resource allocation
FINANCIAL SUPPORT & CUSTOMER SERVICE
- Provide financial guidance, training, and support to VCEM, VPELTI, and VPSA, and associated departments
- Interpret and communicate University financial policies, procedures, and best practices
- Collaborate with campus partners to resolve financial issues and improve processes
SPECIAL PROJECTS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Support annual reporting requirements, including GAPS, Space Survey, and Capital Equipment Audits
- Participate in committees, task forces, and special projects as assigned
- Maintain current knowledge of University systems, policies, and financial regulations through ongoing professional development
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Demonstrated experience (through work or education) in financial accounting, including reconciliation, analysis, reporting, and journal entry preparation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace tools (Sheets, Docs, Drive, Gmail)
- Knowledge of fund accounting fundamental concepts, practices and procedures
- Knowledge of database or data warehouse querying tools (e.g., Business Objects or similar reporting software)
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities, with strong follow-through and a high degree of initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to anticipate needs.
- Ability to perform varied and moderately complex work under general supervision.
- Professional demeanor with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Why Work at U-M Flint?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.
Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service with immediate vesting.
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Eligibility for benefits based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility from the UM Human Resources Benefits and Wellness webpage.
UM-Flint offers tuition support for eligible UM-Flint staff members. In addition, UM-Flint offers dependent tuition support (DTS) for qualified dependents of faculty and staff from all UM campuses. Information can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/hr/benefits/.
Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/chancellor/leadership-mission-vision/
Modes of Work
Hybrid:
The work requirements allow both onsite and offsite work and an employee has an expected recurring onsite presence. On occasion, the employee may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by unit leadership or their designee and/or the job requirements.
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes here.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
