Temporary Accounting Specialist II - Facilities Services - UTK

University of Tennessee • Knoxville, TN

7h • Onsite

About The Position

This temporary position is within the Accounts Payable unit of the Facilities Services Finance Office at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. It processes expenses related to purchases, goods received, and services rendered, including invoice payments and procurement card transactions. The unit also handles new vendor request invitations, allocates procurement card charges to the correct accounts, and reconciles account activity in accordance with fiscal policies. The position additionally supports and coordinates financial and accounting functions related to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

The role is based on the University of Tennessee’s Knoxville campus and is onsite. Facilities Services supports the care and operation of more than 300 facilities and utility systems in and around Knoxville. The university describes opportunities for career development and coaching, continued education, and other development and training possibilities; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least four years of accounting experience.
• Knowledge of standard financial policies and procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing.
• Ability to work accurately and independently with minimal oversight and supervision.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without needing employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, issue vendor payments, and distribute procurement card costs.
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to accounting and financial transactions.
• Interpret contract payment requirements and ensure payments comply with contract terms and conditions.
• Verify chart-of-accounts and general-ledger coding for payables, identify and process assets appropriately, and support new vendor onboarding requests.
• Work with vendors, campus customers, and internal departments to resolve account discrepancies.
• Assist internal departments with financial processes, including guidance on creating purchase orders and completing receivers.
• Perform work accurately and efficiently, independently, and with minimal oversight and supervision.

Benefits

• The university describes access to career development and coaching, continued education, and development and training opportunities; specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED