Accountant I

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking an Accountant I to join the Department of Housing and Dining Services’ financial operations team. This on-site, full-time role focuses on comprehensive accounting tasks in a large, self-operated department, which manages a multi-million-dollar operation.

The position requires a high school diploma with related experience; a bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or finance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and one year of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or related field preferred.
• Two years accounting/auditing experience or minimum three years in an accounting role with GAAP familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track $2.0M non-student accounts receivable from invoicing to payment and reconciliation.
• Process and reconcile accounts payable for key revenue areas and interdepartmental transactions.
• Monitor outstanding balances and assist with collections.
• Reconcile revenues, expenses, and account balances across multiple systems.
• Prepare journal entries, reports, and financial records.
• Support budgets and purchasing for student and educational programs.
• Process Dining Dollar redemptions and related vendor payments.
• Process Foundation payments, reimbursements, scholarships, and awards.
• Maintain accurate electronic financial records and documentation.
• Work with university staff, students, vendors, and external organizations.
• Learn and apply university and state financial policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Cash handling

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Accountant I

Kansas State University

About This Role

The Department of Housing and Dining Services (HDS) seeks qualified applicants for an Accountant I to join our financial operations team.

This full-time position offers the opportunity to collaborate with others and participate in accounting work critical to the success of a large, complex, self-operated department. HDS is a $50M operation.

Serving More Than 4,500 Residents. Duties And Responsibilities Include

• Manage and track $2.0M non-student accounts receivable process, from invoicing through payment and reconciliation.
• Process and reconcile accounts payable for key revenue generating areas and process interdepartmental transactions.
• Monitor outstanding balances and assist with collection efforts.
• Reconcile revenues, expenses, and account balances across multiple systems.
• Prepare journal entries, reports, and financial records.
• Support budgets and purchasing for student and educational programs.
• Process Dining Dollar redemptions and related vendor payments.
• Process Foundation payments, reimbursements, scholarships, and awards.
• Maintain accurate electronic financial records and documentation.
• Work with university staff, students, vendors, and external organizations.
• Learn and apply university and state financial policies and procedures.

About Us

The Department of Housing and Dining Services offers award-winning dining centers, residence halls, and apartment neighborhoods. We pride ourselves in taking excellent care of our residents, and that is reflected in our recent Princeton Review rankings. The 2025 Princeton Review ranks us #2 Happiest Students, #2 Best Quality of Life, #8 Best College Residence Halls, and #14 Best Campus Food. Functional areas within the department include administrative, maintenance, student living, and dining services.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and one year of

Relevant Experience. Requirements May Be Met Through a Combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or related field
• Two years accounting/auditing experience or minimum three years in an accounting role requiring familiarity with university, state or federal accounting compliance and GAAP principles, including revenue accrual and reconciliation procedures.
• Cash handling experience, including auditing cash funds in a retail environment.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Oracle, Sap or other similar large ERP financial system.
• Familiarity with document imaging systems and records retention policies.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with others, including giving direction to student staff and student organization officers.
• Ability to communicate tactfully when contacting receivables customers with outstanding balances.

Sponsorship Eligibility

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Application Window

Applications close on: October 21, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour