ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Accounting Specialist

Arizona State University

College Of Law

Campus: Downtown Phoenix

68385BR

Job Description

The Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law seeks a dynamic and professional individual to join the Business Office team and perform a variety of technical and clerical accounting and bookkeeping functions to support the operations of the law school. 

Salary Range

$19.23 - $21.63 per hour; DOE

Close Date

23-June-2021

Essential Duties

·       Responsible for coding P-Card transactions within the JPMC PaymentNet System to ensure the correct cost centers, programs and spend codes are applied. Uploads all needed documentation into the Workday system in accordance with University Standards and compares each transaction to the P-Card Restricted List for compliance. Works consistently to required deadlines. 

·       Researches and analyzes transactions and documents to ensure compliance with financial policy and procedures.

·       Prepares and verifies other transaction documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with pertinent university or sponsor regulations.

·       Assists senior personnel with more complex or specialized assignments.

·       Reviews computer reports to identify and trace sources of error; makes necessary corrections.

·       Prepares a variety of straightforward special and recurring accounting-related reports, summaries, financial statements, statistical reports and reconciliation.

·       Performs or reviews specialized calculations related to posting and accounting functions. 

·       Maintains confidentiality of information acquired through the job. 

·       Contacts department personnel, faculty and staff regularly to resolve problems, keep all parties informed and to serve as a reference source; composes professional correspondence of technical nature pertaining to assignments.

·       Physical presence at the workplace or the college is an essential function or requirement of this job.

·       Performs other duties as assigned to support the goals of the department.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in Business Administration or related field AND one (1) year of related experience; OR,Three (3) years related accounting experience; OR,Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

·       Demonstrated knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping practices and principles.

·       Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and budgeting practices.

·       Experience in maintaining and reconciling accounting and financial records.

·       Evidence of effective communication.

·       Experience in Workday and PaymentNet preferred.

·       Experience working in a fast-paced environment and meeting deadlines. 

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 for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds. Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts. Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions. Use standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor and mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.

Department Statement

Led by Dean Doug Sylvester, the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University is one of the country’s preeminent law schools. Ranked a top 9 public law school and No. 25 nationally by U.S. News & World Report, ASU Law provides comprehensive and personalized legal education through graduate programs with a wide range of courses, popular focus areas, and unique experiences. The law school ranks Top 20 in the nation for job placement and No. 1 in the state for student outcomes. Located in a state-of-the-art building in downtown Phoenix, ASU Law is steps away from the legal, political, and economic heart of Arizona. For more information, visit law.asu.edu.

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 90,000 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 www.asu.edu/tobaccofree

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

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

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.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

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.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

To apply please go to www.asu.edu/asujobs/ see Req Id# 68385BR