Accounting Assistant III

Accounting Assistant IIIAgency: Texas A&M University - Corpus ChristiDepartment: Accounting ServicesProposed Minimum Salary: CommensurateJob Location: Corpus Christi, TexasJob Type: StaffJob Description:TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.TAMU-CC's beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.Purpose:This position is responsible for supporting the banking and associated functions.The Accounting Assistant III, under supervision of a Financial Accountant III, is responsible for reconciling multiple local bank accounts, performing daily banking functions, and providing essential support to the accounting department's accounting operations.Responsibilities:Treasury and Cash Operations Support: 45%Download reports for local bank activity and prepare entries to include American Express Monthly Statements, Chase Paymentech Monthly Statements, CANOPY reports, PayPal, Parking Garage, GR Reports, and ArgosPerform various banking functions to include stop payments, wire transfers, and verification of positive payResponsible for answering disputes on credit cards and ACHPrepare excel spreadsheets for bank 21 and 117Reconciliations: 40%Review and reconcile all local bank accounts between the University's bank and general ledger as well as an associated 3-way reconciliation.Review and reconcile the University's Petty Cash reconciliation.Accounting Operations Support: 15%Submits Unclaimed Property on an annual basisCreate and manage two logbooks and batch and complete data entry of two separate years during AFRAssists with data entry, on occasion, or during end of month closeEnter USAS Journal entry batches and manage the logs for J and D batchesResponsible for managing Laserfiche access and removal of access for the FUN GroupVerify user list once a year and compare to IT's User List for GR and LaserfichePerforms other duties as assigned.Qualifications:High School Diploma or GEDFour (4) years of related experience in accounting fieldAdditional education may be used as a substitute for the minimum experience requirements:Associate's Degree and two (2) years of related experience in accounting field; ORBachelor's DegreeDemonstrated knowledge of account reconciliation functionsIntermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).Excellent written and verbal communication skills to be able to provide excellent customer service.Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.Ability to operate general office equipment such as copiers, calculators, fax machines, and personal computers.Preferred Qualifications:Associate's Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related fieldAdvanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)Experience in a University settingFamiliarity with FAMIS, USAS, and Laserfiche.Salary: Up to $17.40 Hourly ($36,192.00 Annual, Approximately)Note: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.Benefits:From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.Insurance:Medical$0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:Employee and SpouseEmployee and ChildrenEmployee and Family coverageDental & VisionLife Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending AccountDual Career Partner ProgramOn-Campus Wellness OpportunitiesWork Life Solutions:Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal ResourcesTuition Benefits:Public Loan ForgivenessBook scholarships100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).Retirement :Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation PlanTime Off :8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.8 hours of sick leave time off every month.8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.12-15 paid holidays each year.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.