Accounting Specialist

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking an Accounting Specialist to serve as the subject matter expert for university payment card, e-commerce, and enterprise payment systems. The role supports the administration, configuration, and ongoing management of enterprise payment solutions used by university departments.

You will assist stakeholders with implementing and maintaining payment services, analyze operational issues, and coordinate with internal and external partners to identify and implement

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with enterprise payment systems or related financial systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with payment processing controls and vendor management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for university payment card, e-commerce, and enterprise payment systems.
• Support administration, configuration, and ongoing management of enterprise payment solutions used by university departments.
• Assist stakeholders with implementing and maintaining payment services, analyze issues, and coordinate with internal and external partners to identify solutions.
• Monitor business processes and system activity, recommend operational improvements, and serve as a functional resource for enterprise payment applications.
• Collaborate with technical teams and service providers to resolve issues, support enhancements, and improve business processes.

Skills

Payment processing

Merchant services

E-commerce operations

Financial systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization

Tools

Illumia CashNet

Job description

Classification Minimum Requirements

A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Classification Title

Accounting Specialist

Classification Minimum Requirements

A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Description: Payment Card and E-Commerce Operations

Serve as a subject matter expert for university payment card, e-commerce, and enterprise payment systems. Support the administration, configuration, and ongoing management of enterprise payment solutions used by university departments. Assist stakeholders with implementing and maintaining payment services, analyze operational issues, and coordinate with internal and external partners to identify and implement solutions. Monitor business processes and system activity, recommend operational improvements, and serve as a functional resource for enterprise payment applications. Coordinate with technical teams and service providers to resolve issues, support enhancements, and improve business processes.

Compliance and Risk Management

Support compliance activities related to payment processing and financial operations. Maintain required documentation, monitor vendor compliance requirements, and assist with reviews of business processes, controls, and operational practices. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address risks, strengthen internal controls, and support policy, procedure, and training initiatives related to payment operations.

Banking and Merchant Services Support

Provide support for banking and merchant services operations as needed to maintain consistent service levels. Assist with financial transactions, reconciliations, reporting, and related activities. Support departmental initiatives focused on operational effectiveness, customer service, and continuous process improvement.

Customer Support and Training

Provide guidance and support to university departments regarding payment-related questions, business processes, and system usage. Contribute to the development of training materials, user documentation, communication resources, and educational outreach designed to support university stakeholders.

Collaboration and Process Improvement

Work collaboratively with university departments, technical teams, financial professionals, vendors, and service providers to support enterprise payment operations. Analyze information, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute to projects that enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and security of university business processes.

Expected Salary

$53,000 - $58,000 annually; commensurate with education and experience

Preferred

• Experience supporting payment processing, merchant services, e-commerce operations, banking operations, enterprise payment systems (such as Illumia CashNet), financial systems, or related business functions.

Health Assessment Required

No