Accountant II,III- Central
- Employer
- Auburn University
- Location
- Alabama, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Sep 16, 2020
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Business & Management, Accounting & Finance, Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Financial Affairs, Grants & Contracts
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Position Details
Requisition Number
S422P
Home Org Name
Contracts & Grants Accounting
Division Name
VP for Research and Economic Dev
Position Title
Accountant II,III- Central
Job Class Code
KA07B/C
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The individual in this position performs routine professional accounting duties to control and document the handling of funds within an assigned area.
Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing financial statements/reports; making recommendations to improve internal controls, operating effectiveness and efficiency; and performing other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
Essential Functions
Essential functions:
1.Creates and maintains accounts through documentation, compilation, reconciliation, and analysis of financial information and preparation of journal entries.
2.Reviews transactions for conformity with procedures or limits, and closes out accounts for expired contracts.
3.Communicates with internal departments and/or sponsoring agencies to ensure compliance with policies, contracts, grants, laws, regulations, or procedures.
4.Conducts reviews to substantiate transactions.
Education Level
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Field of Study
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a Degree plus a CPA
Years of Experience
2 years experience
Area of Experience
Accounting services
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Level II: Bachelor’s degree in discipline appropriate to position plus 2 years’ experience. The salary range for Level II is $35,000 – $58,400.
Level III – Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution plus 4 years experience. The salary range for Level III is $39,300 – $65,500.
Education Level
Field of Study
Years of Experience
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures in accounting and accounting services.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
None Required.
Desired Qualifications
1. An aptitude for working with and preparing detailed accounting reports; possess a high degree of accuracy and excellent time management skills;
2. Able to work well with sponsor agencies and administrators, faculty, and staff;
3. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
4. Experience reviewing sponsored awards, familiarity with federal regulations, and Banner knowledge are desired.
Salary Grade
32
Salary Range
$35,000 - $65,500
Job Category
Business/Accounting/Finance
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
09/16/2020
Closing Date
EEO Statement
A commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment is required. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/19451
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- How were you made aware of this opportunity?
- AU Employment website
- Employment websites (Indeed, HigherEd Jobs, etc.)
- Veterans Assistance Services
- Disability Assistance Services
- Newspaper
- Professional Journal
- Listserv
- HR email
- Social Media
- State Employment Service
- Walk-in
- Other
- Please select the answer that best describes your current
employment relationship with Auburn University.
- Not a current Auburn employee
- Current Auburn employee in position less than one year
- Current Auburn employee in position more than one year
- Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited
institution in Accounting, Finance, or a Degree plus a CPA?
- Yes
- No
- Degree plus CPA
- How many years of experience do you have in this type of
position?
- 0-1
- 2-3
- 4-6
- 7+
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