Accounting Specialist

Rutgers The State University

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Accounting Specialist
Job Category URA-AFT Administrative
Department Research Financial Services
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jerseys preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes list of Americas Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publications 2023 list. Rutgers commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nations military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Accounting Specialist for the Research Financial Services Department. As part of the Office for Research, this position will process customer payment activities, including receiving customer payments and electronic remittance advice, perform cash handling activities, and apply payments to sponsored projects as well as create check requests.Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Resolves issues with accounts receivable balances, thoroughly investigating any account discrepancies by obtaining information from departments and sponsors.
  • Prepares account receivable aging reports, monitors and analyzes accounts receivable balances, including creating reports that track payments and revenue received from customers.
  • Manages collections from sponsors by evaluating payment plans, payment history and, if need be, contacting a sponsor collections department to receive payment.
  • Works closely with the Letter of Credit supervisor and the grant analysts/accountants to maintain a working relationship with sponsor contacts responding to requests of unpaid receivables and payment of expenditures and events in the Financial Management System.
  • Assists with audits on an as needed basis.
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 65741.00
Annual Mid Range Salary 81857.00
Annual Maximum Salary 97972.00
Standard Hours 37.50
Union Description URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff – 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education/experience that demonstrates understanding of GAAP.
  • A minimum of two years relevant experience in a financial/accounting function,
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Good communication skills and computer literacy.
  • Advanced Excel experience including pivot tables and V-look up required for reporting and analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a non-profit or higher Ed. setting. Experience in Oracle Financial Management System desired
Equipment Utilized
  • Office equipment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Office environment.
Special Conditions
Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST2380
Posting Open Date 10/16/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Off Campus
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidates offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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  • Date Posted: November 16, 2024
  • Location: New Brunswick, NJ