Accountancy Academic Advisor - Hybrid, Student Success

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Department of Accountancy seeks an Academic Advisor to assist students with Accountancy policies, course selection, scheduling, and career preparation.

You will collaborate with faculty and staff, develop academic plans, coordinate program initiatives, and help students navigate university systems such as Banner, uAchieve, and DARS. Hybrid work options may be available, with onsite presence required based on needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience working with students from all backgrounds.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on department policies, programs, and graduation requirements.
• Develop course plans and scheduling for accounting students.
• Explain and apply campus policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with advising staff on program initiatives.
• Assist with student data and use campus systems (Banner, uAchieve, DARS).

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Student advising

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Database software

Office software

Accountancy software

Job description

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Department of Accountancy seeks an Academic Advisor to assist students with Accountancy policies, course selection, scheduling, and career preparation.

You will collaborate with faculty and staff, develop academic plans, coordinate program initiatives, and help students navigate university systems such as Banner, uAchieve, and DARS. Hybrid work options may be available, with onsite presence required based on needs.