Accountant

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Position #: A00368

Department: Associate Chief Financial Officer

Employment Status: Full time (29-40 Hrs)

# of openings: 1

Proposed Salary Range: Commensurate with Experience

Type of Employment: Staff

Location: ASU-Jonesboro

Closing: 10/7/24

Please note: All postings close at 12 A.M. CST on the closing date.
A-State participates in E-Verify.

Position Summary:

The Project Program Specialist is responsible for accounting functions,
performing a wide variety of fiscal related tasks within the
Controllers Office, and for researching financial data and preparing
reports. This position is governed by Generally Accepted Accounting
Principles, state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy

Duties & Responsibilities:

– Prepares monthly sales tax report
– Posts transactions to journals and/or ledgers, balances entries, and
reconciles errors manually or electronically
– Reconciles internal University accounts
– Reviews bank transfers and wires; issues stop payments on checks as
requested
– Prepares financial reports
– Assists with various accounting projects and research
– Oversees the annual unclaimed property process
– Assists with fiscal monthly and year end closing
– Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Experienced in reconciling high volume accounts

Proficient Excel skills are necessary

Knowledge of accounting principles, software applications, Banner or a
related large scale ERP system, applicable laws, regulations, and
policies of assigned section, and customer service techniques

Ability to comprehend and assimilate technical and business related
documents, apply policies and procedures and other applicable
regulations associated with assigned department or program, conduct
research, perform quantitative quality assurance reviews, and prepare
reports

Stay organized, multi-task, pay close attention to details, and
effectively communicate both verbally and written

General Days/Hours:

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Additional hours as requested and/or needed
Regular and reliable attendance

Other:

Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the
position closing date

Candidates must submit a resume, cover letter, and references to receive
consideration

Preferred Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related
field is encouraged, but not required

Minimum Qualifications:

An earned Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

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