Accounting Assistant III

Closing Date: 10/30/2026 Type of Position: Accounting Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Regular Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Department: Student Affairs Financial Support Staff B 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 provides fiscal operations support to units within Student Affairs, including 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. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma At least two years of experience in accounting or related field Preferred Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in accounting, general business, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education At least one year of processing business transactions in a higher education environment Experience in using financial and administration software, such as Workday Financial, or equivalent Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 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 Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: N/A Frequent Physical Activity: N/A Occasional Physical Activity: N/A Benefits Eligible: Yes Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr