Accounting Assistant III - Finance & Budgeting Support

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama is seeking an Accounting Assistant III to maintain accurate financial records and provide accounting support. You will help staff understand industry standards, laws, and university policy related to financial affairs, and may supervise entry-level assistants.

This role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication. Additional responsibilities include managing budgeting, purchasing, travel, personnel, and administrative functions for WVUA, ensuring

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 4 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience; OR associate's degree with 2 years; OR bachelor's degree.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, strong organizational and customer service skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assists WVUA with finance and administrative tasks and provides accounting support.
• Oversees budgeting, P-card reconciliations, accounts receivable, advertiser billing, and financial reconciliations.
• Serves as liaison with University financial and administrative departments and supports hiring and onboarding processes.
• Provides administrative support for regulatory reporting and department operations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Data entry

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

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Job description

The University of Alabama is seeking an Accounting Assistant III to maintain accurate financial records and provide accounting support. You will help staff understand industry standards, laws, and university policy related to financial affairs, and may supervise entry-level assistants.

This role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication. Additional responsibilities include managing budgeting, purchasing, travel, personnel, and administrative functions for WVUA, ensuring