Accounting Lead, Texas Institute for Electronics

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Job Posting Title: Accounting Lead, Texas Institute for Electronics ---- Hiring Department: Texas Institute for Electronics ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer ---- Earliest Start Date: Ongoing ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: AUSTIN, TX ---- Job Details: General Notes

About Us The  Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE)  is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, pre-eminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth. Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing. With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit.  UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers , provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include: • Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) • Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options • Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays • Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds • Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) • Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses • Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities • Tuition assistance • Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets • Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card • Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card • For more details, please see Benefits | Human Resources and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources  and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources

Must be eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

Purpose The Accounting Lead serves as a trusted finance partner to operational, engineering, research, and administrative leaders at the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE). This role provides financial planning, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and decision-support services that enable effective resource allocation and support TIE's strategic objectives. Working in a fast-paced semiconductor research and manufacturing environment, the Accounting Lead collaborates closely with departmental leaders to develop budgets, monitor spending, analyze financial performance, evaluate capital investments, and ensure compliance with institutional, sponsor, state, and federal requirements. The position plays a critical role in translating financial data into actionable insights that improve operational effectiveness, support growth initiatives, and enhance financial stewardship.

Responsibilities • Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting: Serve as the primary finance partner to assigned departments in the development, consolidation, and management of annual operating and capital budgets. Partner with department leaders to develop forecasts, identify funding requirements, evaluate spending priorities, and align resource allocations with organizational objectives. Provide recommendations that optimize the use of financial resources while balancing operational needs and strategic priorities. • Financial Analysis and Reporting: Develop, analyze, and communicate monthly financial results, including variance analyses comparing actual, budget, and forecast performance. Identify key financial drivers and provide actionable recommendations to support informed decision-making. Support ad hoc financial analyses for leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. • Budget Controls and Spending Oversight: Review purchase requisitions, funding requests, and other financial commitments to ensure alignment with approved budgets, funding sources, and organizational priorities. Monitor spending trends and provide proactive guidance to departmental leaders regarding budget performance and potential risks. Support implementation and continuous improvement of financial controls and spending governance processes. • Accounts Receivable and Revenue Management: Serve as the primary analyst supporting accounts receivable activities. Monitor invoicing, collections, cash application, account reconciliations, and aging reports to ensure the timely collection of receivables. Partner with internal and external stakeholders to resolve billing and payment issues. Provide reporting and analysis to improve cash flow visibility and working capital management. . • Compliance and Internal Controls: Monitor financial activities to ensure compliance with University of Texas policies and procedures, sponsor requirements, applicable accounting standards, and state and federal regulations. Support internal and external audits through the preparation of schedules, documentation, and supporting analyses. Assist in maintaining effective internal controls designed to saf

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