Accountant

Accountant

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Main Campus - Portales, NM

Job Type

Full time permanent

Job Number

2026-00148

Department

Business Affairs

Division

Business Office

Opening Date

09/17/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Position Overview

Position Summary

Under general supervision, perform professional accounting and financial administration functions involving analysis, review, interpretation, and application of university policies, accounting principles, and applicable state and federal regulations. Exercise independent judgment in reviewing financial transactions, resolving accounting issues, and advising university departments on financial matters.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze, prepare, and review complex accounting reports, financial transactions, and account reconciliations; identify discrepancies, determine appropriate corrective actions, and resolve accounting issues in accordance with applicable policies, regulations, and accounting principles.
• Review and approve university expenditures and expenditure requests within established delegated authority; evaluate transactions for compliance with university policies, accounting requirements, funding restrictions, and applicable state and federal regulations, and determine appropriate action when transactions do not comply.
• Exercise independent judgment in interpreting and applying university accounting policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal requirements; evaluate unusual or complex financial circumstances and determine appropriate accounting or administrative action
• Advise the University community of the policies and procedures utilized by the Office of Business Affairs and State and Federal regulations
• Respond to business office inquiries from the University community
• Assist with the close of the fiscal year
• Ensure that work assignments are completed timely and accurately
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Perform related duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration, Public Administration, Computer Information Systems with an emphasis in accounting and a minimum of two years' experience directly related to the duties specified, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of accounting principles, methods, and application
• Knowledge of computer-based accounting systems and software, including experience with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports
• Ability to balance and reconcile a variety of accounts, financial reports, and statements
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Working Conditions

Physical Demand and Working Conditions:

• Work is performed during normal work hours, with some evenings and weekends to meet deadlines.
• Work is sedentary in nature and at times requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a consistent amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Essential Functions: [As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, minimum job requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities, physical demands, and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.]

Additional Information

Application Review Date:

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link at the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

Required Documents:

Please ensure that you attach all required documents, even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU, as the committee does not have access to those records.

Letter of interest

Resume

Contact information for three references (blind or off-list reference checks may be conducted on finalists)

Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)

Equal Employment Opportunity /Title IX/IPRA. Eastern New Mexico University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (575) 562-2115. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore, ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at either titleix.coordinator@enmu.eu, (575) 562-2235, or Curry Hall Office 127, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for inspection of public records should be sent to planning.analysis@enmu.edu . For any other inquiries, please contact Human Resources at (575) 562-2115 or e-mail ENMU.HRrecruiter@enmu.edu .

ENMU uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Insurance

Insurance for Eastern New Mexico University is offered through the New Mexico Public Schools Insurance Authority. High coverage and low coverage options are offered for medical and dental insurance so employees can choose the plan that's right for them.

• Health insurance is offered through both Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico and the Presbyterian Health Plan
• Dental insurance is offered through United Concordia, Delta Dental , and Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental
• Vision insurance is offered through Davis Vision.
• Life insurance is offered through Standard Life Insurance Company and UNUM Life Insurance Company.

Retirement

Eastern New Mexico University participates with the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB), Social Security, and Medicare.

The University also offers supplemental retirement plans. 403b and 457b plans are available through TIAA/CREF, AIG VALIC, Roth 403b and 457b plans are also available through TIAA/CREF.

Paid Time OffFull time exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leave and 14 hours of medical leave per month.

Employee Educational Assistance Plan

Eastern New Mexico University offers a tuition waiver for regular employees and retirees. This program waives the tuition for three courses (up to nine credit hours) per semester. Employees spouses or children may be eligible to use the tuition waiver during any semester that it is not being used by the employee.

Employer Eastern New Mexico University

Address 1500 S. Ave. K, Station 21

Portales, New Mexico, 88130

Phone 575-562-2115

Website http://www.enmu.edu