Auburn University
Overview
The Financial Assistant - Bookstore position at Auburn University performs a variety of basic financial tasks such as preparing, examining, coding, entering and processing forms, letters, vouchers, documents, and reports for a college, school, or department. It also handles cash, checks, and other forms of payments or collections.
Responsibilities
Receives, examines, codes, approves, enters, posts and/or processes vouchers, forms, reports, and other documents.
Originates, prepares, and/or approves vouchers, forms, letters, papers, schedules, reports and resolves inconsistencies and errors with appropriate persons.
Collects, handles, and accounts for cash, checks, money orders and other forms of payments.
Assembles budget data for supervisor and performs accounting and budgeting verification.
Assists with or prepares student biweekly payroll, auditing time sheets and entering time on the time entry system for payroll.
Supports implementation of new or modified financial systems.
Monitors and communicates with vendors, departments, and customers regarding payments, billings and other contract or invoice concerns.
Advises staff, faculty, and students of standard policies and procedures.
Operates standard office equipment including a desktop computer.
Performs various support functions including arranging meetings, seminars, and travel accommodations; answering phones; greeting visitors; handling mail; maintaining inventories; and preparing HR-related paperwork.
Why Work at Auburn?
Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Minimum Qualifications
Level I – High school diploma or equivalent.
Level II – High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience OR
Associate's degree OR
Bachelor's degree
Minimum Skills
Standard knowledge of office functions.
Salary and Job Details
Posting Date: 08/19/2025
Salary Range: $31,280-$47,160
Job Category: Office/Administrative Support
Working Hours: Full-time
Location: Auburn, AL
Equal Opportunity Compliance It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Auburn website to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/55409
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Responsibilities
Receives, examines, codes, approves, enters, posts and/or processes vouchers, forms, reports, and other documents.
Originates, prepares, and/or approves vouchers, forms, letters, papers, schedules, reports and resolves inconsistencies and errors with appropriate persons.
Collects, handles, and accounts for cash, checks, money orders and other forms of payments.
Assembles budget data for supervisor and performs accounting and budgeting verification.
Assists with or prepares student biweekly payroll, auditing time sheets and entering time on the time entry system for payroll.
Supports implementation of new or modified financial systems.
Monitors and communicates with vendors, departments, and customers regarding payments, billings and other contract or invoice concerns.
Advises staff, faculty, and students of standard policies and procedures.
Operates standard office equipment including a desktop computer.
Performs various support functions including arranging meetings, seminars, and travel accommodations; answering phones; greeting visitors; handling mail; maintaining inventories; and preparing HR-related paperwork.
Why Work at Auburn?
Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Minimum Qualifications
Level I – High school diploma or equivalent.
Level II – High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience OR
Associate's degree OR
Bachelor's degree
Minimum Skills
Standard knowledge of office functions.
Salary and Job Details
Posting Date: 08/19/2025
Salary Range: $31,280-$47,160
Job Category: Office/Administrative Support
Working Hours: Full-time
Location: Auburn, AL
Equal Opportunity Compliance It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Auburn website to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/55409
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