Accounting Specialist - Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies - UTK
About The Position
The purpose of this position is to assist the Business Manager with fiscal, office operations, human resource, academic and data management responsibilities, and provide advanced administrative support in the Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies. Under the general direction of the Business Manager, this position supports the department's central operations by providing fiscal and administrative support to the department (Department Head, Associate Department Heads, Business Manager, Director of Student Support, PEAP Director, Graduate Assistants, and main office staff). This position will also provide direction and assistance to faculty and staff for fiscal compliance along with granting agency guidelines and will address questions and concerns in a timely manner. The department serves over 2000 undergraduate and 179 graduate students, and is comprised of over 36 full-time faculty, 14 staff, and over 70 part-time faculty and graduate associates. The department also includes the Physical Education Activity Program, which serves over 5,000 students across campus each year. This position supports the Business Manger and staff by assisting with fiscal policy compliance, all departmental financial functions, and administrative support for all faculty and staff. This position works with and communicates with various department across the UT campus as well as external customers. This position is one of the primary initial points of contact for and engages with incoming graduate teaching and graduate research assistants/associates and ensures a smooth onboarding experience.
Benefits
- Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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