Accounting Coordinator

NDSU Foundation; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The NDSU Foundation is seeking an Accounting Coordinator to join our mission-driven nonprofit team on-site. This full-time, non-exempt position supports payroll processing and general accounting duties while helping the Foundation advance advocacy and philanthropy for NDSU and its communities.

As a member of a 65-person team, you will collaborate across departments, maintain financial records, and ensure timely, accurate processing in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or GED; 3 years payroll processing experience; strong attention to detail; excellent organizational and communication skills; proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook; ability to multitask and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel

Word

Outlook

Communication

Confidentiality

Organization

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree or higher in Accounting

Tools

Paycor HRIS

Job description

The North Dakota State University Foundation seeks mission-driven individuals interested in joining a growing team dedicated to connecting people, developing partnerships, teamwork, accountability, transparency, stewardship, communication, and service. The Foundation invites candidates for an Accounting Coordinator, full-time non-exempt (hourly) position.

The North Dakota State University Foundation is a separate 501(c)(3) organization which exists to maximize advocacy and philanthropy to support NDSU. We connect people who are passionate about NDSU and improving the lives and outcomes of North Dakotans and the world. We are an organization of sixty-five team members and growing. If you enjoy non-profit work, are inspired by our mission, love to collaborate with your colleagues, and are ambitious to develop as a professional, we welcome you to apply.

This is a fully on-site position due to included facility responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• 3 years demonstrated experience in payroll processing
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality outcomes
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills with the ability to follow up effectively with all staffing levels
• Proficiency with technology including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, multi-task environment
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to payroll and Foundation information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree or higher in Accounting
• Experience with Paycor software or similar HRIS software
• Knowledge and/or experience in higher education or a non-profit setting
• Cross-functional experience with HR

Physical and Mental Demands: Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet. Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office, determine what others have said or written, critical thinking and converse with others and exchange accurate information. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and within the community. May also include occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving objects. Ability to safely lift objects up to 10 lbs.; climb stairs and manage long periods of standing and physical movement. Ability to set tables and chairs for events. Must have familiarity with audio-visual equipment. Ability to drive and secure supplies and meet with clients.

The NDSU Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a U.S. veteran, or participation in lawful activity off the employer's premises, as applicable.