Accounting Assistant II - 530953
About The Position
The Accounting Assistant II maintains accurate financial records and provides accounting and bookkeeping support. The role assists University staff in understanding industry standards, current laws, and University policies relating to its financial affairs, and provides guidance and training to entry-level Accounting Assistants. In addition, this position assists the OSHA Director and serves as the primary support member for UA SafeState Consultation program operations. It performs accounting, financial, purchasing, budget-record maintenance, and other support activities for consultation staff, and assists with annual proposal development for the U.S. Department of Labor Consultation Cooperative Agreement.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and two years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, or an associate's degree or higher.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, self-motivate, and demonstrate tact, versatility, adaptability, and time management while handling numerous interruptions.
- Efficient and accurate computer and data-entry skills.
- Ability to use online financial systems such as Banner and Concur.
- Ability to collaborate with staff on projects.
- Ability to research and prepare comprehensive reports.
- Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to independently analyze and interpret complex data.
- Proficiency in advanced spreadsheet and database operations.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications for data management and reporting, particularly financial reporting tools such as Word and Excel.
Nice To Haves
- Experience reconciling budgets involving state, contract, and/or grant funds.
- Experience using University of Alabama systems such as Banner, Concur, and Enrole.
- Knowledge of the University's financial accounting, purchasing, and travel policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate financial records.
- Provide accounting and bookkeeping support.
- Assist University staff with understanding industry standards, current laws, and University policies related to financial affairs.
- Provide guidance and training to entry-level Accounting Assistants.
- Assist the OSHA Director and provide primary support for UA SafeState Consultation program operations.
- Perform accounting, financial, purchasing, and budget-record maintenance activities for consultation staff.
- Perform other support activities for consultation staff.
- Assist with annual proposal development for the U.S. Department of Labor Consultation Cooperative Agreement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
