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Auburn University

Accountant I/II/III

Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, us, 36831

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Requisition Number: S4835P Position Title: Accountant I/II/III Department: Horticulture Division, College of Agriculture Appointment Status: Full-time / Part-time (Limited Term)

Essential Functions

Manage day-to-day financial operations of the department and advise the department head and faculty on financial matters related to teaching, research, extension, and outreach.

Assist the department head with strategic planning for departmental budgets and financial matters.

Assist faculty with the development of extramural funding proposal budgets; assist faculty and administrators with financial management and review of externally-funded contracts and grants.

Prepare, edit, review, and publish financial statements/documents and reports including forecasts, budgets, budget compliance, and analysis of accounts with multi-users.

Audit/review financial records and monitor salaries/wages to ensure compliance with budgets and that accounts are properly expended.

Serve as liaison between the biosystems engineering department and the University Business Office/other units.

Prepare collection reports, journal vouchers, travel vouchers, and vendor vouchers for multiple users.

Review and update rates for service centers; assist the Contracts & Grants Specialists for the College of Agriculture and the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach.

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:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar field plus a CPA with no experience.

Level II:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar field plus a CPA plus 2 years of experience. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Level III:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar field plus a CPA plus 4 years of experience. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Substitutions allowed: 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 of relevant education per year of required experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Excellent interpersonal communication skills; ability to organize, prioritize work, and handle multiple tasks.

Demonstrated knowledge of financial management.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Proficiency with spreadsheet and database programs such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

Desired Qualifications

CPA and/or Master of Accountancy.

Knowledge and experience with Auburn University financial reporting systems, budget, contract, and grant operations, policies and procedures.

Posting Detail Information Salary Range: $43,600 - $90,330 Job Category: Business/Accounting/Finance Working Hours: (Non‑Traditional City position) Location: Auburn, Alabama

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants Please utilize the attachment feature and attach a cover letter and resume. Only complete applications will be considered for selection. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

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