Accounting Coordinator

Montgomery County Maryland; Manhattan (KS); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University’s Division of Financial Services seeks an Accounting Coordinator for the Administrative Support Center – Financial Operations team. You will execute timely, accurate accounting transactions, manage funds, and support budgeting for multiple units, while delivering excellent customer service to internal departments.

Responsibilities include routine and ad-hoc financial reporting, budget updates, procurement guidance, and grant compliance support; hybrid work is allowed

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and five years of relevant experience.
• Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.
• Background or experience in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to build relationships across departments.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable using business software.
• Customer-focused and team-oriented, with commitment to providing responsive service.
• Dependable and detail-oriented with accountability and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Execute timely, accurate and compliant accounting transactions.
• Manage funds and support budgeting for multiple units.
• Communicate with department administrators to support travel and other expenses.
• Provide routine and ad-hoc financial reports and budget updates.
• Provide procurement guidance and grant compliance support.
• Establish strong working relationships with unit personnel and provide excellent customer service.

Job description

About This Role

The Division of Financial Services seeks a detail-oriented teammate for the role of Accounting Coordinator within the Administrative Support Center – Financial Operations team. This position is responsible for executing timely, accurate and compliant accounting transactions, managing funds, and supporting budgeting for multiple administrative units. The Coordinator will be in direct communication with department administrators to support travel and other expenses, deposit revenue, and provide useful routine and ad-hoc reports, financial data, budget updates, procurement guidance, and grant compliance. The successful Coordinator will establish strong working relationships with unit personnel and will provide outstanding customer service to meet their units' business needs.

About Us

The Division of Financial Services at Kansas State University supports the university’s mission of teaching, research, and service by providing strategic financial leadership, stewardship, and operational excellence. As part of Kansas State University, our team partners with campus units to deliver high-quality services in shared services financial and budgeting support, accounting, financial reporting, procurement, travel, and compliance. We are committed to integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement, leveraging data, technology, and collaborative relationships to ensure responsible resource management and an exceptional service experience for the K-State community.

Worksite Description

This position is Hybrid eligible, however, we require the first 90 days to be 100% on-site. With successful performance the Coordinator role then shifts to a standardized 50% on-site schedule.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and five years of relevant experience.
• Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background or experience in accounting, finance, business, or a related field, with an interest in supporting a collaborative team. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively across departments.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and stay on track in a fast‑paced environment.
• Adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable using computers and business software, with a willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Customer-focused and team-oriented, with a commitment to providing responsive service and working effectively with both internal teams and external customers.
• Dependable and detail-oriented, with a high level of accountability and a commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and quality--especially when managing multiple priorities.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Application Window

Applications close on: October 2, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$20.30 - $25.87 per hour