Accounting Assistant II - 530197
About The Position
The Accounting Assistant II 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 and trains entry-level Accounting Assistants. Supports daily operation of Institute of Data and Analytics (IDA). Assists with budget reporting and maintenance. Aids in the facilitation of business and research meetings. Manages logistic functions for IDA faculty, staff, and visitors. Supports the Culverhouse Associate Dean of Faculty and Research. Prepares financial paperwork to include ePAs, MDVs, and DTAs. Assists with travel reimbursements, monthly account reconciliations, P-card reconciliations, room reservations, coordinating meetings, and purchasing supplies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of accounting or bookkeeping experience; OR associate's degree or higher.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft suite of office products.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Ability to be self-motivated.
- Ability to prioritize workflow and work with individuals at all levels.
- Ability to be customer and service oriented.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources.
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 and trains entry-level Accounting Assistants.
- Supports daily operation of Institute of Data and Analytics (IDA).
- Assists with budget reporting and maintenance.
- Aids in the facilitation of business and research meetings.
- Manages logistic functions for IDA faculty, staff, and visitors.
- Supports the Culverhouse Associate Dean of Faculty and Research.
- Prepares financial paperwork to include ePAs, MDVs, and DTAs.
- Assists with travel reimbursements, monthly account reconciliations, P-card reconciliations, room reservations, coordinating meetings, and purchasing supplies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
