Accountant I (On‑Site) – Higher Ed Housing & Dining

Kansas State University

Manhattan (KS)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 26,000

Full time

30 hours ago

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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.