Accounting Assistant

The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law; Vermillion (SD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support Enrollment Management in Vermillion. The role focuses on accurate processing of financial transactions and providing exceptional service to faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

Key duties include supporting accounting, purchasing, travel, and general administrative processes while ensuring compliance with USD policies and maintaining precise financial records.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and customer-focused accounting support.
• Responsible for timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.
• Supports accounting, purchasing, travel, and general administrative processes across the division.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions accurately and timely.
• Assist with accounting, purchasing, travel and administrative tasks across Enrollment Management.
• Collaborate with departments, vendors, and staff to ensure policy compliance and accurate records.

Job description

Posting Details

Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Accounting Assistant Posting Number CSA02800P Department USD - Enrollment Management Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text

The University of South Dakota is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Accounting Assistant to support the Enrollment Management organization. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the timely and accurate processing of financial transactions while providing exceptional service to faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

The Accounting Assistant serves as a key resource for accounting, purchasing, travel, and general administrative processes across the division. This position works closely with university departments, vendors, and employees to ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures while maintaining accurate financial records.

Work Authorization: Employee must be authorized to work in the United State. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Posting Date 08/24/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 08/31/2026 Advertised Salary Starting rate of pay $19.25; based on qualifications and internal equity Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours

Typically, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday, following the USD employee work calendar.

Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires No Requirement If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

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