• Accountant III

    Texas State University (San Marcos, TX)


    Posting Information

     

    Posting Number2025435

     

    Posting/Functional TitleAccountant III

     

    University Pay Plan TitleAccountant III

     

    LocationSan Marcos

     

    DepartmentOffice of Payroll & Tax Compliance

     

    Recruitment TypeOpen to All

     

    Job TypeFull-Time

     

    Funding SourcePermanent

     

    Monthly Salary$4,893.50

     

    Job CategoryExempt

     

    Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

     

    + Proven experience in payroll processing, payroll tax, and higher education payroll requirements.

    + Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail.

    + Excellent organizational and time management skills.

    + Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.

    + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

    + Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Job Description

    The Accountant III performs advanced professional accounting tasks using a thorough understanding of generally accepted accounting principles to solve complex problems. The Accountant III may also be primarily responsible for a segment of the General Accounting operation, or a specialized complex area.

    Job Duties

    + Reconcile payroll general ledger accounts, investigate, and resolve payroll discrepancies or errors, and prepare journal entries to ensure all payroll-related accounts are balanced and accurate.

    + Identify, reconcile, collect, deposit, and account for employee payroll claims.

    + Analyze and post payroll expense transfer requests (Payroll Journal requests).

    + Process payments to third-party payroll vendors.

    + Collaborate with finance, human resources, and other departments to align payroll processing with employee records.

    + Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data for reporting purposes.

    + Prepare payroll reports and documentation for internal and external audits.

    + Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and resolve issues promptly.

    + Assist with fiscal year-end AFR payroll reports.

    + Assist with year-end processing and the distribution of W-2 and 1042-S forms.

    + Assist with the semimonthly and monthly payroll for faculty, staff, and student employees.

    + Assist in system upgrades and process improvements working closely with cross-functional teams, including HR, Budget, and IT.

    + Provide administrative support for various payroll projects.

    + Stay current with payroll best practices and higher education payroll regulations.

     

    Additional Information to Applicants

     

    Job Open Date04/29/2025

     

    Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)

     

    Open Until FilledYes

     

    Normal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

     

    Normal Work Hours Start8:00AM

     

    Normal Work Hours End5:00PM

     

    Posting NoticesYou will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a list of references.

     

    Legal and Required Notices

     

    Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

     

    Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

     

    Why work @ Texas State?

     

    • Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!

    • Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!

    • Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program

    • Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.

    • An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus

    • Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

     

    By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.

     

    Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/52525

     

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