Finance & Accounting Specialist

Hiring Department

University Stores

Job Description

Process invoices and credits utilizing all available discounts prior to making timely payments, ensure all outstanding credits have been resolved and reconcile statements to open invoices vs. those, which are paid.

Verify merchandise received matches invoices received, investigate and correct discrepancies ensuring all issues are resolved in order for payment to be made in timely manner.

Process One Card statements, ensuring each cardholder follows the University guidelines regarding purchasing and that all supporting documents are accounted for.

Using learned knowledge of appropriate usage of funding and expense codes, and verify accurate posting of all purchases.

Maintain positive relationships with cardholders.

Receive vendor contact calls. Research and resolve vendor questions concerning open invoices.

Sorting Daily Sales Receipts for all Stores, verifying receipts for all Tills received.

Checking and sorting department charges and for the Mizzou Store department charge with split MoCodes.

Checking, sorting, scanning and linking all invoices processed by Department.

Salary

Salary Range: $17.00 - $19.00 hourly

Grade GGS 007

University Title: FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Shift

8:00AM-5:00PM

Monday through Friday

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated understanding of and experience working with invoices, credits, purchase orders, terms and billing procedures.

Prior computer experience working with office software, including spreadsheets and databases.

Prior experience within retail accounting is helpful.

Analytical and decision making experience ideal.

Possess outstanding communication skills, including both written and verbal.

Ability to work with others in a positive and professional manner

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-7976.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

Know Your Rights

To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) please use the following links:

• Know Your Rights English Version
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