Accountant I/II/III

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

About The Position

This is a two-year limited-term position, and continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funding. The role serves as an accounting liaison with Central Business and Finance areas, performing routine to complex professional accounting duties for the National Center for Asphalt Technology in the College of Engineering.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or a degree plus a CPA.
For Level II: at least 2 years of experience in accounting services, in addition to the stated education requirement.
For Level III: at least 4 years of experience in accounting services, in addition to the stated education requirement.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review expense vouchers, invoices, purchase requisitions, and other transactions for one or more departments in compliance with approved budgets and University and department procedures.
Determine the appropriate handling of financial transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and approve transactions within designated limits, policies, or contracts.
Prepare budget, department allocation, inventory, and other specialized reports or analyses on a regular or ad hoc basis.
Review, investigate, and correct errors in financial entries, documents, and reports.
May perform duties related to payroll, personnel actions, or similar procedures.
Maintain operational communication with central departments concerning accounting and financial information.
Perform duties related to Service Centers.
Assist with post-award financial analysis related to contracts and grants.