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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

• This position is responsible for performing complex accounting, data reconciliation of the campus accounting system (KFS) with the State of Maryland accounting system (RSTARS) for UMCP, UMES, UMCES and USM, the redistribution of inter-agency transactions from RSTARS, Courtesy Certificates of Deposits, processing payments State Agency payments through RSTARS, the correction and release of Accounts Payable batches into RSTARS and contacts all UM campuses as well as the State of Maryland accounting offices to discuss solution and resolve differences with inter-agency transactions and courtesy certificates of deposits.
• In addition, review of business processes and data analytics as well as subject matter expert for the System Control Reconciliation module in KFS.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• 20% Review existing business processes and make recommendation to campus users to improve their efficiency.
• Assist with the development of custom screens, documents and reports that will assist with accounting and analytical mission of the Controller's Office
• Identify opportunities for either improvement or automation within the data/workflow process and interface with system developers for enhancements to the SCR module Subject Matter Expert for the System Control Reconciliation module to provide training and guidance to users
• Collect, monitor and analyze business data, verifying accuracy of the data 30% Make necessary corrections to and release the AP transactions for inclusion into the nightly process which are sent to the Annapolis Data Center to append to the RSTARS accounting system for UMCP, UMES, UMCES and USM. 30%
• Interface with the General Accounting Division for resolution to vendor and payment issues
• Assist with the RSTARS payments to other State Agencies Interface with the State's Treasurer's Office for resolution with vendor payment issues 20% Ensure the Universities are in compliance with the State of Maryland's requirements for submission of the data, reviewing RSTARS reports to ensure data is correct and making any adjustments that are necessary, complying with schedules and deadlines, implementing new procedures, providing data to the campuses for review and analytical purposes, and monitoring the appropriation data.

Skills Required

• Ability to communicate effectively, prepare written records and reports, proficient in the Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Power Point); work independently with little supervision; train others in assigned accounting, clerical work; establish and maintain effective work relationships and to operate manual and automated office equipment

Experience Required

• Two years of increasing accounting and analytics experience. Experience with Microsoft Suite and web-based and computer applications, creating and maintaining management reporting tools, ability to write and research policies and procedures as well as solutions
• Experience with Kuali Financial Systems and working knowledge of FMIS/RSTARS; Accounting principles; General knowledge of how the System Control function relates to the UM campuses accounting process; Strong computer skills; Strong written and oral communication skills; Strong customer service and leadership skills; Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects

Education Required

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and related Fields