Accounting Support Senior Specialist

Accounting Support Senior Specialist

Supports the organization's accounting functions. Maintains up-to-date and accurate records of daily transactions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventories, payroll, and various other records. Serves as the initial contact for customers. Mentors, coaches, and trains lower level employees on customer service and department policies. Often directs work, trains, and/or supervises other staff or student employees. Performs financial analyses and makes recommendations based on data. Reviews the work of other employees for accuracy and compliance with accepted standards and University policies. Completes and submits institutional surveys for publishers and agencies. Issues purchase orders in accordance with functional policy. Communicates with internal and external customers to manage purchasing. Analyzes and monitors department and program budgets. Approves and tracks expenditures.

Minimum Qualifications - Knowledge of finance and business technical and practical concepts, processes, and methods typically obtained by a high school degree or GED or equivalent and a minimum of 5 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is acceptable. Specific knowledge, certifications, and licensure will apply at the position level.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience in an academic support unit. Experience providing grant management support, including monitoring expenditures, maintaining grant records, and assisting with compliance and reporting requirements. Experience using university financial systems and enterprise administrative platforms is preferred, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands - This position requires extensive and sustained use of a computer and related technology to perform essential job duties, including accessing and managing electronic records, communicating electronically, and using specialized software and online systems.