Perform monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reconciliations of
project accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies between project budgets,
actuals, and various business systems.
Maintain detailed records of reconciliations and adjustments
for audit and compliance purposes.
Collaborate with project managers to ensure financial data
aligns with operational progress and milestones.
Monitor project budgets to ensure sufficient funds are
available for final purchases, payroll, etc.
Prepare and analyze project cost reports, variance analysis,
and statements.
Outstanding Benefits Package Working at UB comes
with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards
including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also
focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal
and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life
effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our
benefit packages.
About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's
leading public research universities and a flagship of the State
University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and
our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university
dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity
and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home,
UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful
thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others
every day. Visit our website to learn more about the
University at
Buffalo.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their
start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it
will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work
authorization.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply
including veterans and individuals with disabilities
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree with 2 years or Bachelors degree with 1 year
of experience with account reconciliations, general understanding
of procurement and accounts payable processes.
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel Skills (use of logical (IF, AND,
OR), lookup (VLOOKUP) formulas, applying and customizing filters,
creating and modifying pivot tables) is a must.
- Demonstrated organization, time management, and problem solving
skills.
- Excellent writing skills to clearly articulate to other staff
the problem found and how to correct it.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Physical Demands
Salary Range
$50,000 - $60,000
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Kimberly Ferry
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Senior Project Accountant
Contact's Email: kimferry@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-8631
Posting Dates
Posted: 07/29/2026
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled: 08/31/2026
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