Accounting Assistant

University of Arkansas System • Fayetteville, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

• Formal education equivalent of an associate's degree in general business, business management, or a related field.
• At least three years of experience in fiscal operations.
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Experience with University of Arkansas systems: Workday, UAConnect, and Transact.

Responsibilities

• Managing collection procedures for delinquent accounts on external invoices.
• Managing collection procedures for delinquent accounts on travel and p-card invoices.
• Counseling and providing responses to students, parents, debtors, and other University offices regarding any billing inquiries or other information.
• Reviewing and monitoring checks that are approaching their stale date, are outstanding, or expiring.
• Working as part of a team to review delinquent student accounts to determine appropriate action, maintain appropriate documentation, conduct research, and communicate with collections agencies.
• Ensuring adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
• Maintaining regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance.
• Creating and maintaining collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Benefits

• University contributions to health insurance.
• University contributions to dental insurance.
• University contributions to life insurance.
• University contributions to disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 official holidays.
• Immediate leave accrual.
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree