Accounting Assistant III - Student Affairs Financial Support Staff B

This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found.

Summary of Job Duties:

The Accounting Assistant III is responsible and accountable for assisting with shared services functional areas of procurement, p-card, and travel processing. The position will support their units and Fiscal Operations in running various reports, organizing collected data, and contacting unit administrators on all procurement, travel, and other business operations related matters. This includes the preparation and posting of various journals, ledgers, and accounts, analysis of financial data, financial statements, and expenditure reports, and presentation of financial data. Responsible for reviewing accounting transactions to ensure proper methods are used in accordance with university and state regulations The Accounting Assistant III will provide budget planning and projections pertaining to all accounts. This position will be the primary fiscal contact to make accounting adjustments, perform account reconciliation, approve all purchasing transactions, and initiate procurement & travel requests, as well as serve as backup for similar positions. 

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications: 

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, general business, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

At least two years of experience in accounting or related field 

Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Experience using Workday 

 
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs): 

Knowledge of university and state procurement rules and regulations, accounting principals, data management, and customer service techniques 

Ability to apply policies and procedures and other applicable regulations associated with units and the university

Salary Information:

43,923 (Commensurate with education and experience)

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Monica Atkinson
Accounting Manager
atkinson@uark.edu