ACCOUNTANT-DOWNTOWN PHOENIX CAMPUS

Accountant – Downtown Phoenix campus

Arizona State University

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM)

Off-Campus: Phoenix

JR100941

End Date:

February 12, 2025

Apply before midnight Arizona time

Department Statement:

What’s in it for you?

Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as an inclusive culture and work/life balance? ASU offers the following:

·       Flexible work schedules

·       22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.

·       Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. For more information visit https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition

·       12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child

·       Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available at https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits

·       Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

·       Paid time for volunteer and professional development

·       Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings

·       Disability and leave program for income protection

·       Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges

·       ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States.

Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located at the Downtown Phoenix campus, 522 N Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004.

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of all background, including fingerprint, checks.

This position requires that you must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.

Job Description:

$54,000 to $56,000 per year, commensurate experience and education. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.

Facilities Development and Management, Business Operations, seeks an Accountant to perform a wide range of detailed and complex accounting, and advisory functions calling for professional knowledge of, and experience in, accounting principles and practices.

Essential Duties

·       Prepare on-line requisitions.

·       Process payments.

·       Maintain detailed records.

·       Process on-line purchases using departmental purchasing cards.

·       Create aging reports to track outstanding purchase orders to outside vendors.

·       Reconcile financial accounts.

·       Perform detailed cost and financial analysis, forecasts, and projections.

·       Prepare various accounting and journal entries to manage departmental budgets.

·       Approve transactions within designated limits.

·       Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and university policies.

·       Answer policy, budget, and procedure questions from department staff, university staff, and customers.

·       Maintain professional accounting body of knowledge by attending professional development training as assigned.

·       Bill internal campus customers for Facilities Management service work provided.

·       Generate monthly real estate rental invoices and reconcile resulting receipts.

·       Prepare accounting and auditing reports for the City of Phoenix.

·       Perform other duties as assigned.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday; 8:00AM-5:00PM

This position is eligible for flexible work options, including alternative work schedules or hybrid remote work schedules where employees spend a minimum of 60% of their regular workweek at their primary ASU work location, subject to approvals per ASU policy.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in:

·       Fund/government accounting

·       Preparing detailed reconciliations

·       Budget planning

·       Preparing expense tracking reports

·       Utilizing an on-line financial system (i.e., Advantage, Workday, etc.)

·       Extracting financial information from a data warehouse utilizing BrioQuery, MyReports, or a similar application

·       Fiscal year-end procedures

Demonstrated knowledge of:

·       Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

·       Customer service skills

Evidence of effective communication skills

Working Environment

·       Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse.

·       Required to stand/sit for varying lengths of time and travel moderate distances to perform work.

·       Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Driving Requirement:

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Instructions to Apply

Current Employees and Students should apply directly within Workday using the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO:

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$813.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

·       Cover letter

·       Resume/CV

Note: Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE: GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

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ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. 

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.

Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

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