Inside Higher Ed · 6 days ago
Accounting Assistant III - 528399
Tuscaloosa, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$19.33/hr - $24.18/hr
2+ years expInside Higher Ed is seeking an Accounting Assistant III to maintain accurate financial records and provide accounting support. The role involves overseeing departmental financials, training entry-level assistants, and preparing financial statements for the department head and faculty members.
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Responsibilities
Maintains accurate financial records
Provides accounting and bookkeeping support
Assists University staff in understanding industry standards, current laws, and university policy as it relates to the financial affairs of the University
Provides guidance, trains, and/or may supervise entry-level Accounting Assistants
Works in the College of Engineering to oversee the financials of a department and assist the Department Head, faculty, and other departmental and college personnel
Maintains financial ledgers and spreadsheets
Reconciles all departmental state and grant funds
Prepares monthly financial statements for department head and faculty members
Makes recommendations to the Department Head concerning budget matters and other departmental procedures
Works with various offices on campus regarding the departmental research and gift fund accounts, prepares all student Personnel Action forms, coordinates work assignments among other departmental staff and student worker(s), assists with onboarding tasks for new faculty and student hires, and numerous other tasks as necessary
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED and four (4) years of accounting or bookkeeping experience; OR associate's degree and two (2) years of accounting or bookkeeping experience; OR bachelor's degree
Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and customer service skills
Efficient and accurate computer and data entry skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic setting, research and prepare comprehensive reports, work at a rapid pace with numerous interruptions, and demonstrate tact, versatility, and adaptability
Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Ability to work independently, yet think and plan strategically as part of a team
Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills are critical, and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks are essential
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including but not limited to Excel, Word, and Outlook
Preferred
Bookkeeping and/or accounting experience of reconciling budgets (state and/or grant funds)
Experience using specific UA systems (Banner, Concur, Everest, Astra, CIM, CLSS, Slate, etc.)
Knowledge of the University's financial accounting, purchasing, and travel policies and procedures
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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2006-08-31Series Unknown
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Director, Foundation Partnerships
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