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Rutgers University · 19 hours ago

Accounting Assistant I

Piscataway, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$60K/yr - $88K/yr

Rutgers University is seeking an Accounting Assistant I for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). This role involves processing financial documents, analyzing data, and preparing internal financial reports while working under direct supervision.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

Responsibilities

Processes various financial documents and data

Analyzes data and prepares internal financial reports consistent with a basic understanding of the mission, vision, role and goals of the Business Unit and the tasks and responsibilities of the Accounting Assistant I with respect to achieving business unit goals

Works under direct supervision, with specific instructions on routine or semi-routine work and established work parameters for the unit

Work is usually reviewed upon completion

Performs professional work requiring knowledge of general accounting principles and practices and the basic application and use of concepts, theories and terminology of accounting

Qualification

Accounting principlesFinancial reportingHIPAA certificationUniversity Accounting softwareMS ExcelComputer literacyOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and practices

This position requires HIPAA certification, may be obtained after date of hire

Ability to work with a diverse group of people, strong organizational skills, demonstrated ability to work with on a team, strong attention to detail, and a sense of urgency

Good communication skills, computer literacy, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a professional manner

Strong ability and desire to learn new information systems and help operations utilize them to improve efficiency

Knowledge of University Accounting software; trainable

Knowledge of University Purchasing software; trainable

Expert knowledge of MS Outlook Contact Management systems

Expert knowledge of Internet Explorer Internet software

Knowledge of Kronos time/attendance software; trainable

Knowledge of MS Visio software; trainable

Expert knowledge of MS Excel Spreadsheet software

Expert knowledge of MS Word Word Processing software

Preferred

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

List of Professional References (contact Info)

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts programs

Company

Rutgers University

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Rutgers University is an institution for higher education for doctoral and professional degree programs.

Founded in 1766

Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.rutgers.edu

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$27.84M

Key Investors

Ferrero HazelnutNational Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing BiopharmaceuticalsNew Jersey Department of Environmental Protection

2024-11-15Grant· $0.16M

2024-04-09Grant

2024-03-26Grant· $0.1M

Leadership Team

Michele Norin

Sr. Vice President and Chief Information Officer

Jim Simon

Professor

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