Accounting Assistant

Wsu; United States; On-site; USD 13,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Wright State University is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support the Finance department in learning and handling fiscal processes across purchasing, budgeting, personnel, and other areas. You will process day-to-day transactions and assist with revenue reconciliation, requisitions, and documentation for audits.

The role focuses on applying university policies, maintaining records, and providing customer service to campus partners, under the supervision of the Finance team.

Qualifications

• Student in good academic and conduct standing.
• Major or coursework in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures carefully.
• Must sign and adhere to university confidentiality policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reconciling and depositing revenue received by department programs, events and fundraising activities.
• Prepare and submit purchase requisitions, payment requests, and other financial transactions using university financial systems.
• Assist with reconciling cash advances, travel expenses, and assigned funds/accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with university requirements.
• Assist with collecting and maintaining documentation for audits, financial reviews and compliance activities.
• Provide administrative and customer service support to department staff, coaches, and campus partners regarding routine financial processes.
• Learn and apply university financial policies, procedures, and internal controls while handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Confidentiality awareness

Education

Accounting/Finance coursework

Tools

Excel

Job description

Position Information

Job Title:

Job Title: Accounting Assistant

Other Descriptive information, if applicable

Department:

Department: Finance

EEO Statement

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Category:

Job Category: Student

Hourly Rate

Hourly Rate 12.50

Hours per week 20

Typical Work Schedule

Typical Work Schedule University business hours (8AM - 5PM, Monday - Friday)

Department Information

Job Posting Number

Job Posting Number S001526

Supervisor Full name

Supervisor Full name Merry Berry

Semester for job start Fall Semester

Posting Text

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Accounting Assistant position will work directly with the department and learn about the different aspects of the fiscal processes, policies, and systems that Wright State University uses to conduct business. In addition, we will rely on this student employee to assist with processing day to day transactions in the areas of purchasing, budgeting, personnel, and others.

Essential Functions and Percent of Time

• Assist with reconciling and depositing revenue received by department programs, events and fundraising activities.
• Prepare and submit purchase requisitions, payment requests, and other financial transactions using university financial systems.
• Assist with reconciling cash advances, travel expenses, and assigned funds/accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with university requirements.
• Assist with collecting and maintaining documentation for audits, financial reviews and compliance activities.
• Provide administrative and customer service support to department staff, coaches, and campus partners regarding routine financial processes.
• Learn and apply university financial policies, procedures, and internal controls while handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Specific Qualifications

• Student in good academic and conduct standing.
• Major or coursework in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures carefully.
• Must sign and adhere to university confidentiality policy.

Location on campus or WSU location off campus?

Dayton Campus

If WSU Off-Campus: Physical Address/ Location

Working Conditions

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions:

Employment in this role is conditional on passing a background check

Special Considerations

Does position interact with minors as a part of the defined job functions?

No

Does position require driving a university vehicle as part of their defined job functions?

No

Does position require chauffering others?

No

Does this role include any of the following

Not Applicable

Does the role include potential for providing emergency medical assistance? For example, including but not limited to CPR or first aid?

No

Does position have access to protected/confidential information?

Yes

Does position involve cash handling?

Yes

Does this position provide community service according to the provided definition?

No

If YES does it include tutoring or literacy services?

No

Are there other special considerations in this role, other than those already listed?

Timeline and Application Information

Posting Date: 10/14/2026

First Consideration Date: 10/16/2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Optional Applicant Documents:

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Student- Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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