Accounting Assistant III

Accounting Assistant IIIThe Accounting Assistant III is responsible and accountable for assisting with shared services functional areas of procurement, p-card, and travel processing. The position will support their units and Fiscal Operations in running various reports, organizing collected data, and contacting unit administrators on all procurement, travel, and other business operations related matters. This includes the preparation and posting of various journals, ledgers, and accounts, analysis of financial data, financial statements, and expenditure reports, and presentation of financial data. Responsible for reviewing accounting transactions to ensure proper methods are used in accordance with university and state regulations The Accounting Assistant III will provide budget planning and projections pertaining to all accounts.

This position will be the primary fiscal contact to make accounting adjustments, perform account reconciliation, approve all purchasing transactions, and initiate procurement & travel requests, as well as serve as backup for similar positions. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:A Bachelor's degree in accounting, general business, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher educationAt least two years of experience in accounting or related fieldPreferred Qualifications:Experience using WorkdayKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Knowledge of university and state procurement rules and regulations, accounting principals, data management, and customer service techniquesAbility to apply policies and procedures and other applicable regulations associated with units and the universityAdditional Information:Salary Information: $43923 (Commensurate with education and experience)Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeOptional Documents: Proof of Veteran StatusRecruitment Contact Information: Monica Atkinson, Accounting Manager, application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site do not send to listed recruitment contact.Special Instructions to Applicants:Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.

For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution.

The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.Benefits Eligible:Yes