Financial Specialist

Accountant 1

Performs routine accounting auditing duties. Ensure the accurate recording and reporting of a unit's financial transactions.

Position Salary Range: $46,300 - $57,900 per year; DOE

Essential Duties:

• Analyzes and prepares reports for financial information on a variety of standard ASU and sponsored accounts.
• Forecasts account to avoid deficits and utilizes mathematical problem solving to provide information to end users for decision making.
• Approves financial and payroll transactions, ensuring the expenses are allowable with ASU and sponsoring agency/contract conditions and requirements.
• Provides guidance and assistance in preparing basic administrative post award documents.
• Responds to requests timely using effective interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills and methods.
• Responsible for preparing budgets and forecasts for non-sponsored accounts in ASU financial system.
• Works under deadlines, manages multiple responsibilities and duties, while navigating interruptions and unclear and/or changing situations.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in preparing basic financial documents and account management.
• Knowledge of quality customer service standards, methods, and practices.
• Experience being a problem solver who can take initiative, manage workload effectively and set priorities while being flexible.
• Experience working independently as well as a member of a team.
• Experience in building strong relationships and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated skills such as understanding generally accepted accounting principles, mathematical comprehension, and data analysis.
• Evidence of effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience working in higher education.
• Experience using ASU systems including Enterprise Research Administration (ERA), Workday for financial, PeopleSoft for human resources, Adaptive Planning/Workday for budgeting.

Working Environment:

• This position is primarily performed in a professional office environment with the option for hybrid or remote work, depending on business needs and company policy. Employees regularly use computers, financial software, and standard office equipment to analyze data, prepare reports, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders. The role requires prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer, with occasional standing, walking, and participation in meetings. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. The work environment is collaborative, fast-paced, and deadline-driven. The Financial Specialist is expected to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality. Regular interaction with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Accounting, Operations, and leadership, is an essential part of the role.

Driving Requirement: Driving is not required for this position.

Location: Campus: Tempe

Funding: No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply: Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.