Grant Financial Accountant II

Job Title

Grant Financial Accountant II

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

Financial Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents. 

• Use the Upload button to add each document.
• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
• All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
• Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help.

Please provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer). 
  If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

If you need assistance, please contact us at HR.Hiring@tamuc.edu

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

Salary: $50,000-$54,000 Annually.

SUMMARY:

The Financial Accountant II, under general supervision,  is responsible for grants and contract accounting, including compliance with state and federal regulations, financial reporting related to grants, performing reconciliations, new account setups, and closeouts. Assists with various reporting responsibilities.

ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates complex financial reporting details with Office of Sponsored Research.
• Prepares audit schedules, financial statements, and statistical data related to the annual audit and Annual Financial Report (AFR).
• Performs accounting functions necessary to maintain the financial accounting management information system (FAMIS), the uniform statewide accounting system (USAS), and MAESTRO as related to federal, state, private and other grants.
• Responsible for the fiscal integrity of the general ledger accounts related to grants.  Prepares and enters journal entries, voucher corrections, cash receipts, and other necessary journal entries into the financial accounting system.
• Provides interpretation of financial transactions recorded in FAMIS to grant stakeholders on campus, as requested.
• Prepares and distributes periodic financial reports, financial statements, and consolidations of various accounting reports in accordance with applicable federal and/or state rules, regulations, procedures and guidelines.
• Performs periodic reconciliation, re-budgeting, and grant closeout functions.
• Establishes FAMIS grant account and any related cost share and indirect cost accounts.
• Submits invoices and requests cash reimbursements to various sponsoring agencies related to grant expenditures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Two years of related experience required. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Ability to: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others. 
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: None
• Physical Requirements: None
• Other Requirements:

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field. Experience in grant accounting. Prior related work experience at a higher education institution.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

Supervises Student worker(s), and Graduate Assistant(s)

WHY WORK AT EAST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY?

Competitive Benefits & Work-Life Balance:

• Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays, plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with optional additional retirement plans (ORP).
• Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees.

Career Growth & Development:

• Access to cutting-edge research opportunities at a designated R2 Research Institution.

Academic Excellence:

• ETAMU is ranked among the top 30% in five online degree programs and offers national recognized academic programs.
• Over 140 degree programs, including nationally ranked online and graduate options.
• First accredited institution to offer a competency-based bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
• Distance education offerings in Corsicana, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Mesquite, Bryan, and online.

State-of-the-Art Facilities:

• Work in advanced facilities such as the 113,470-square-foot Nursing and Health Sciences Building, featuring a state-of-the-art simulation hospital and a 1,300-acre agricultural research farm.

Vibrant Campus Life:

• Engage with over 95 student organizations and 14 NCAA Division I athletic teams, contributing to a thriving campus community.

Prime Location & Growth:

• Enjoy the benefits of working in rapidly growing regions, with abundant career opportunities at six locations across Dallas and Northeast Texas.

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All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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