Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and resolve accounting and transaction-related issues.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, for financial analysis and reporting.

Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to provide professional customer service to students, faculty, staff, vendors, and external stakeholders.

Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulations while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to perform mathematical calculations and prepare accurate financial reports and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• One year of professional accounting, bookkeeping, financial reporting, auditing, or reconciliation experience.
• Experience working in higher education, auxiliary services, dining services, or a comparable business environment.
• Experience with SAP, Banner, or similar financial management systems.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and financial reporting tools.

Job Description:
Support Services within the Division of Student Success is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Accountant I to support the financial operations of the University Dining program. This position is responsible for processing, recording, reconciling, auditing, and analyzing financial transactions; preparing financial reports; managing billing activities; monitoring account balances and transaction activity; and ensuring compliance with university policies and applicable regulations. The Accountant I reviews and approves payments, invoices, vouchers, and supporting documentation, assists with purchasing and payment processes, and serves as a key resource for financial inquiries from students, vendors, and campus stakeholders. Working closely with Support Services leadership, Student Business Services, Accounts Payable, and external vendors, this position helps ensure accurate financial reporting, timely billing and collections, and effective stewardship of university resources.

Job Duties:
Financial Reporting

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for Dining Services and auxiliary operations in DSS support services.
• Monitor financial performance, identify variances, and provide recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Assist with budget monitoring, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

Account Reconciliation and Customer Support

• Reconcile student, departmental, vendor, and auxiliary accounts to ensure accurate financial records.
• Research and resolve account discrepancies, transaction issues, and customer inquiries.
• Provide financial support and customer service to students, vendors, and campus departments.

Purchasing and Expense Management

• Process purchases and financial transactions in compliance with university policies and procurement procedures.
• Monitor expenditures, maintain supporting documentation, and track operational expenses.
• Assist with work order and expenditure tracking to support departmental operations.

Billing and Payment Processing

• Process, review, and reconcile billings, payments, invoices, vouchers, and deposits.
• Coordinate with Student Business Services, Accounts Payable, and other university departments to ensure timely collection of revenues and payment of vendors.
• Research and resolve billing and payment discrepancies while maintaining compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

Other Duties

• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of Dining Services and Support Services operations

Additional Information to Applicants:


Job Open Date: 09/01/2026
Job Close Date: 09/14/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:


Legal and Required Notices:
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

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.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58329"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58329

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9799042"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58329 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

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 professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• 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, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.


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Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and resolve accounting and transaction-related issues.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, for financial analysis and reporting.

Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to provide professional customer service to students, faculty, staff, vendors, and external stakeholders.

Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulations while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to perform mathematical calculations and prepare accurate financial reports and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• One year of professional accounting, bookkeeping, financial reporting, auditing, or reconciliation experience.
• Experience working in higher education, auxiliary services, dining services, or a comparable business environment.
• Experience with SAP, Banner, or similar financial management systems.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and financial reporting tools.

Job Description:
Support Services within the Division of Student Success is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Accountant I to support the financial operations of the University Dining program. This position is responsible for processing, recording, reconciling, auditing, and analyzing financial transactions; preparing financial reports; managing billing activities; monitoring account balances and transaction activity; and ensuring compliance with university policies and applicable regulations. The Accountant I reviews and approves payments, invoices, vouchers, and supporting documentation, assists with purchasing and payment processes, and serves as a key resource for financial inquiries from students, vendors, and campus stakeholders. Working closely with Support Services leadership, Student Business Services, Accounts Payable, and external vendors, this position helps ensure accurate financial reporting, timely billing and collections, and effective stewardship of university resources.

Job Duties:
Financial Reporting

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for Dining Services and auxiliary operations in DSS support services.
• Monitor financial performance, identify variances, and provide recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Assist with budget monitoring, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

Account Reconciliation and Customer Support

• Reconcile student, departmental, vendor, and auxiliary accounts to ensure accurate financial records.
• Research and resolve account discrepancies, transaction issues, and customer inquiries.
• Provide financial support and customer service to students, vendors, and campus departments.

Purchasing and Expense Management

• Process purchases and financial transactions in compliance with university policies and procurement procedures.
• Monitor expenditures, maintain supporting documentation, and track operational expenses.
• Assist with work order and expenditure tracking to support departmental operations.

Billing and Payment Processing

• Process, review, and reconcile billings, payments, invoices, vouchers, and deposits.
• Coordinate with Student Business Services, Accounts Payable, and other university departments to ensure timely collection of revenues and payment of vendors.
• Research and resolve billing and payment discrepancies while maintaining compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

Other Duties

• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of Dining Services and Support Services operations

Additional Information to Applicants:


Job Open Date: 09/01/2026
Job Close Date: 09/14/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:


Legal and Required Notices:
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

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.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58329"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58329

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9799042"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58329 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

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 professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• 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, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.


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