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Accounting Operations Specialist, Budget Planning and Analysis - UT System Administration

University of Tennessee

Location
Onsite (Knoxville, TN)
Compensation
$55k - $60k/yr
Employment
Full-time
Level
Mid Level
Posted 3 weeks ago

About the Role

The University of Tennessee System, the state's oldest higher education institution, is seeking an Accounting Operations Specialist. This role oversees daily accounting operations and serves as a financial liaison for university leadership and external stakeholders.

Skills

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable General Ledger Reconciliation Financial Reporting Budget Planning Compliance Interpersonal Communication Customer Service Record Keeping Electronic Spreadsheets

Benefits

  • Healthcare
  • Tuition Benefits
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Professional Development
  • Work And Family

Full job details

This position is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the integrity of daily accounting operations across multiple UTSA departments, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger reconciliations, and ticket sales. The role ensures accurate and timely financial reporting by maintaining proper classification and reconciliation of transactions within the general ledger.

The position exercises a high level of judgment in reviewing financial activity to ensure compliance with university policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. It serves as a key liaison between the President’s Office, the Senior Vice President of Finance, and the Vice President of Government Relations, supporting strategic ticket management and related financial reporting functions.

This role requires the ability to build and sustain strong working relationships with university leadership, departmental staff, and external stakeholders, including elected officials, while
demonstrating a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and accountability.


The University of Tennessee System is the state’s oldest higher education institution and preeminent public university. The UT System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; and the statewide Institute of Agriculture and Institute for Public Service. With a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties and through the combined force of education, research and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations and residents statewide.

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