Oklahoma State University
University Accountant I-II
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma, United States, 74074
Overview
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Oklahoma State University . The accountant position serves under the Associate Vice President for Administration and Finance and is expected to maintain a professional, courteous, and respectful demeanor in all verbal and written communication. This role is responsible for managing and reconciling financial accounts held at OSU and the OSU Foundation, ensuring that all financial paperwork is processed accurately and in compliance with OSU policies as well as state and federal laws, rules, and guidelines. The position oversees purchasing card transaction logs and provides accounting approval for all related activities. The accountant attends Fiscal and Administrative Officers meetings to stay informed on policy and procedural updates, works closely with the accounting and budget offices, and manages records, including retention and retrieval of documents. The role also prepares travel requests and reimbursements as needed and performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
Location and Schedule : OSU-Stillwater campus; Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice. Salary range: $50,400 - $78,750 per year.
Responsibilities
Manage and reconcile financial accounts held at OSU and the OSU Foundation; ensure accuracy and compliance with policies and laws.
Oversee purchasing card transaction logs and provide accounting approval for related activities.
Attend Fiscal and Administrative Officers meetings and collaborate with accounting and budget offices.
Manage records, including retention and retrieval of documents.
Prepare travel requests and reimbursements; perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (degree conferred on or before start date).
University Accountant I – no experience required.
University Accountant II – two years of related experience.
University Accountant III – five years of related experience.
Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Exhibits professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality; thorough understanding of Microsoft Office; extensive knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles; ability to learn and apply new tools/technology quickly.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's in Accounting.
Five years of experience with OSU Accounting, Purchasing and Banner, as well as OSU Foundation accounts.
Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: CPA.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industry: Higher Education
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Join to apply for the
University Accountant I-II
role at
Oklahoma State University . The accountant position serves under the Associate Vice President for Administration and Finance and is expected to maintain a professional, courteous, and respectful demeanor in all verbal and written communication. This role is responsible for managing and reconciling financial accounts held at OSU and the OSU Foundation, ensuring that all financial paperwork is processed accurately and in compliance with OSU policies as well as state and federal laws, rules, and guidelines. The position oversees purchasing card transaction logs and provides accounting approval for all related activities. The accountant attends Fiscal and Administrative Officers meetings to stay informed on policy and procedural updates, works closely with the accounting and budget offices, and manages records, including retention and retrieval of documents. The role also prepares travel requests and reimbursements as needed and performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
Location and Schedule : OSU-Stillwater campus; Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice. Salary range: $50,400 - $78,750 per year.
Responsibilities
Manage and reconcile financial accounts held at OSU and the OSU Foundation; ensure accuracy and compliance with policies and laws.
Oversee purchasing card transaction logs and provide accounting approval for related activities.
Attend Fiscal and Administrative Officers meetings and collaborate with accounting and budget offices.
Manage records, including retention and retrieval of documents.
Prepare travel requests and reimbursements; perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (degree conferred on or before start date).
University Accountant I – no experience required.
University Accountant II – two years of related experience.
University Accountant III – five years of related experience.
Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Exhibits professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality; thorough understanding of Microsoft Office; extensive knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles; ability to learn and apply new tools/technology quickly.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's in Accounting.
Five years of experience with OSU Accounting, Purchasing and Banner, as well as OSU Foundation accounts.
Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: CPA.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industry: Higher Education
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