Accountant 2 at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req36261

Working Title:
Accountant 2

Position Grade:
12

Position Summary:
The University of New Mexico Facility Services is seeking a driven, detail-oriented, and problem-solving Accountant 2 to join our Facilities Support Services team of professionals who support the built environment at UNM. Our team provides seamless delivery of professional support services to internal clients by utilizing best practices in capital project planning, development, and construction.

Facility Services consists of Building & Landscape Services, Facilities Design & Construction (FDC), Facilities Customer Services, Facilities Support Services and Technical Services-is responsible for maintaining more than 10 million square feet of facilities and 680 acres of open space.

This position reports directly to the Financial Officer and supports the financial operations of Facilities, Design & Construction (FDC). The role is responsible for managing the financial aspects of projects and providing support through Banner, LoboMart, and Unifier, FDC's primary software systems. Key responsibilities include reconciliation of project closeouts once projects are completed by comparing expenses in both Unifier and Banner to ensure accuracy. The position also manages the setting up of new project indices, processes funding transfer journal vouchers (JVs) in both Banner and Unifier and is responsible for entering and reconciling the monthly FDC billing. Additionally, this position oversees inventory management for both the department and capital project equipment purchased on behalf of other departments. Our team manages all the University's capital appropriations, and this position assists with the monthly reconciliation of those appropriations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Analyzes and reviews budgets and expenditures for local, state, federal, and private funding, contracts, and grants ensuring compliance with fiscal accountability and reporting and funding requirements.
2. Monitors and reviews accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness; prepares and reviews budget, revenue, expense, and payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting transactions.
3. Analyzes revenue and expenditure trends, recommends appropriate budget levels, and ensures expenditure control.
4. Advises and interprets policies to faculty, staff, and outside persons such as vendors, funding source representatives, and patients; explains billings and reports, and resolves related problems.
5. Develops accounting applications; oversees the input and handling of financial data and reports for the institution's finance and human resources systems.
6. May participate in auditing projects, as appropriate to individual operating needs.
7. May coordinate the preparation of regularly scheduled and special billings and financial statements for local, state, federal, and private funding sources.
8. May prepare accounting entries for proration of indirect costs, letters of credit, salary reallocations, loan transactions, financial aid disbursements, refunds, and repayments.
9. May develop, negotiate, and defend a unit's operating budget and consult with management of the unit on the fiscal aspects of program planning, salary recommendations, and other administrative actions.
10. May supervise and/or lead lower graded staff and/or student employees.
11. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Why Join Us?

Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits including:

1. Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
2. Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
3. Paid Time Off: Generous annual vacation leave (up to 168 hours per year), sick leave (up to 96 hours per year), and 11 paid holidays to support work-life balance.
4. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.
5. Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.
6. Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.
7. Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within our respected flagship institution of New Mexico.

If this opportunity fits your experience and career goals, we invite you to apply.

See the Position Description for additional information.
Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

Department:
FM Administration (821B1)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Regular - Full-Time
Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $3,844.53 - $5,399.33

Benefits Eligible:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement:
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required:
Yes
For Best Consideration Date:
4/13/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
To be considered for this position: 1. Complete the official UNMJOBS application; you must include all prior work experience, including the full dates of employment (month and year) for each position held, and the number of hours worked per week. 2. Attach your current resume with three professional references listed. 3. Attach official or unofficial academic transcripts to reflect accounting credits. 4. Attach your cover letter that addresses our preferred qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered.Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 12 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Detail-oriented individual with strong customer service skills
• Self-starter who can work independently while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities
• Follow supervisory instructions effectively
• Ensure compliance with University procurement policies
• Manage procurement-related processes supporting the department
• Demonstrated ability in financial account reconciliations and reporting
• Experience working with UNM financial programs such as Unifier, Chrome River, MyReports, LoboMart and Banner
• Ability to process various accounting transactions, such as Journal Entries (JE), Journal Vouchers (JV), invoice batch payments, funds transfers, billing