Accounting Level 3

Position Title: Accounting Work-Study Level III

Department: Accounting & Business Services Tom Murray Gardent Level

Reports To: Senior Accountant

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Work Study Level III position provides advanced support to the accounting function by assisting with reconciliations, journal entries, and audit-related activities to ensure accurate and compliant financial records. This role is also responsible for overseeing, assisting, and training other Work Study employees to support efficient workflow and consistent performance. In addition, the position performs a variety of administrative and clerical duties as assigned, including
maintaining organized financial documentation and supporting departmental operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist with accounting activities, including reconciliations and preparation of journal entries to support accurate financial records.
• Assist with audit-related tasks, including gathering documentation and supporting audit reviews as directed.
• Provide guidance, oversight, and training other Work Study employees to ensure accurate and timely completion of tasks.
• Review work completed by other Work Study employees for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain organized financial and administrative records in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Perform additional administrative and clerical duties as assigned to support departmental operations.
• Assist with accounts payable entries, including data entry of invoices and supporting documentation.
• Assist with accounts receivable entries to ensure accurate and timely posting of financial transactions.
• Perform basic data entry and filing related to accounting and financial documents.
• Assist office staff with general support functions assigned to ensure efficient daily operations.
• Follow established procedures and maintain professionalism when handling documents and information.

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED EXPECTATIONS

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance in accordance with assigned work schedule.
• Demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and respect when interacting with staff, students, and visitors.
• Follow office policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements at all times.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and ask questions when clarification is needed.
• Manage time effectively and complete assigned tasks accurately and on time.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new tasks and accept feedback.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform duties in compliance with university and departmental guidelines

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Be enrolled as full-time student at Schreiner University
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles
• Basic organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and office procedures
• Basic computer skills such as email, data entry, filing systems
• Effective verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to manage tiem and complete tasks independently

EMPLOYER'S RIGHT

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated through the University's Meaningful Work performance evaluation system and part of that evaluation will be based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.