Assistant, Financial - Central I/II

Position Details

Requisition Number

S1213P

Home Org Name

Student Financial Services

Division Name

VP for Bus-Fin & CFO

Position Title

Assistant, Financial - Central I/II

Job Class Code

DE03 A/B

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

The department of Student Financial Services is seeking a Financial Assistant I or II. This position performs a variety of basic financial tasks such as preparing, examining, coding, and processing forms, vouchers, letters, documents, and reports within the central business office of the University. Additional functions include balancing funds and preparing deposits for funds received by the University; and preparing daily reports and maintaining shared files in the office. This position will also help during peak times to process tuition payments. Other duties could include answering the billing office phones, and answering billing questions received from students and parents.

Essential Functions

1. Receives, evaluates, codes, approves, enters, posts and/or processes vouchers, forms, reports, and other documents.

2. Identifies and resolves inconsistencies and errors in financial documentation with appropriate persons.

3. Assists vendors, parents, students or departments concerning payments, balances, payroll inquiries, discrepancies or other account issues.

4. Makes journal entries, updates accounts on financial systems and updates various budget or management reports.

5. Files original vouchers, certificates or other paperwork according to department policies and procedures.

6. Supports implementation of new or modified financial systems.

7. Collects and processes cash, checks, stock, money orders and/or other negotiable instruments.

8. May originate, prepare, and/or approve vouchers, forms, letters, reports and other documents in response to requests.

Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent

Field of Study

Years of Experience

No experience required for entry level

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Level II requires 2 years of experience in financial support services.

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

Level 1: Basic knowledge of standard office functions.
Level 2: Standard knowledge of office functions. Working knowledge of Auburn University administrative systems appropriate to the position.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

None Required.

Desired Qualifications

Education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent; experience in a professional office environment; experience with word processing, spread sheet software; experience in customer service.

Salary Grade

26

Salary Range

$18,400 - $33,800

Job Category

Administrative

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

11/11/2021

Closing Date

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. 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/26233
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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