Accountant I

Posting Details

Position Information


Position Number
008879


Position Title
Accountant I - 008879


Division
Finance and Administration


Department
172400 - Payroll Accounting


Minimum Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama.

Preferred Qualifications


Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Job Description Summary


The University of South Alabama's Payroll department is seeking to hire an Accountant I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions


These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions

• Monitors and reviews daily audit trail to identify file maintenance errors.
• Recommends actions needed to correct errors and follows up to ensure that action is taken.
• Processes ACH rejects.
• Monitors and adjusts supplemental 401(a) tax annuity contributions to ensure the withholdings do not reach reach IRS or contracts limits.
• Prepares monthly reconciliations.
• Remits payments for unemployment compensation and analyzes benefits claims.
• Monitors and notifies employees of expiration dates on W-4.
• Communicates with employees explaining the results of various deduction options on withholdings and net pay.
• Calculates, monitors, and taxes necessary travel and moving expenses.
• Utilizes a calculator and personal computer to prepare spreadsheets, journal entries, reconciliations and other reports.
• Utilizes the check writing system to reprint check stubs.
• Makes recommendations and assists in development and implementation of office policies and procedures.
• Assists with completion of special projects as required.
• Prepares and analyzes reports in Microsoft Excel.
• Supports other personnel during peak cycles.
• Covers other areas of responsibility during absences.
• Ensures confidentiality of employee information.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime, including holidays, as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information


Number of Vacancies
1


Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
06/11/2026


Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days
Monday - Friday


Working Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


Job Location
Main Campus


Full-time or Part-Time
Full Time


Regular or Temporary
Regular