Accountant I

Preferred Qualifications Job Description Summary The University of South Alabama’s Academic Affairs office is seeking to hire an Accountant I. Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position. Performs various accounting functions for the Office of Academic Affairs. Serves as the contact person for general accounting questions for units reporting to the Division of Academic Affairs. Maintains financial records of assigned activities. Reviews personnel paperwork for accuracy to include EPAFs and PAs and works with departments to correct any errors. Runs processes and reports in Banner related to paying part-time faculty ( FLAC ) and communicates with colleges to correct errors. Assists in monitoring departmental emails daily to distribute, follow-up, and ensure that documents are processed timely and correctly. Reviews transfer requests. Prepares routine and special journal entries as needed. Assists in financial analysis as directed by management including pulling data and preparing summaries from appropriate reporting systems, as well as balancing and reconciliation. Reconciles monthly department transactions. Periodically provides training to support staff in units reporting to the Division of Academic Affairs. Assists with maintaining and closing out departmental budgets. Communicates in person, on the phone, and by email. Regular and prompt attendance. Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required. Related duties as required. Posting Information Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 11/05/2026 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 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes No * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States? Yes No * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individualsfor staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? Yes No * What is the highest level of education you have completed? Less than High School High School Diploma or equivalent Associates Degree Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months) Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months) Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months) * How many years of related experience do you have? Less than 1 year Between 1 - 3 years Between 3 - 5 years Between 5 - 7 years More than 7 years * How did you hear about this position? USA website LinkedIn Zip Recruiter Indeed HigherEd Jobs Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works Facebook Word of mouth Other Required Documents Optional Documents Resume Cover Letter The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: . You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of South Alabama