ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Arizona State University; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University is seeking an Accounting Specialist in Financial Services to perform accounting and customer service tasks within the Payables and Reimbursements team. This role reports to the Accounts Payable Manager and requires initiative, accuracy, and independent judgment.

We offer a hybrid work arrangement after training, with the position paying $20.41 per hour. Responsibilities include invoice review and processing, reconciling statements, handling the AP email box, preparing

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable operations.
• Proficient with Workday or similar ERP.
• Proficient in Adobe, Zoom and MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook).
• Commitment to high-quality customer service.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Office environment experience with standard equipment and routine lifting.

Responsibilities

• Review, audit, and process invoices and reimbursements.
• Use AI-enabled tools to monitor communications from AP email.
• Reconcile supplier statements monthly for account accuracy.
• Respond to inquiries via email and phone with professionalism.
• Support daily check run processes for timely payments.
• Manage AP email box and resolve issues promptly.
• Prepare recurring financial and operational reports.
• Provide excellent service to internal departments and external suppliers.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
• Read and follow written and verbal instructions accurately.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Workday

Adobe

Zoom

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma and three years (3) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Description:

Financial Services is seeking an Accounting Specialist to perform a variety of accounting and customer service functions that require initiative, accuracy, and independent judgment. This position supports the goals and objectives of the Financial Services unit and is part of the ASU Payables and Reimbursements department. The Accounting Specialist reports directly to the Accounts Payable Manager.

We offer a hybrid work arrangement, allowing employees to work partially remotely upon successful completion of the training period and demonstration of proficiency in their role.

Pay Rate: $20.41 per hour

• Utilize OCR technologies to review, audit, and process a high volume of invoices and expense reimbursements through ASU’s financial management system, ensuring adherence to established financial policies and procedures
• Utilize AI-enabled SmartBots to automate monitoring and responding to communications from the shared AP email box.
• Conduct monthly research and reconciliation of supplier statements to ensure account accuracy.
• Respond to inquiries via email and telephone promptly and professionally, Maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• Support the daily check run process to ensure timely disbursement of payments.
• Assist in managing the Accounts Payable email box, ensuring timely resolution of issues and requests.
• Prepare and maintain recurring financial and operational reports.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal departments and external suppliers.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
• Read, interpret, and follow written and verbal instructions with accuracy.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven experience in Accounts Payable operations and procedures.
• Proficiency in using Workday or similar enterprise financial management systems.
• Proficient in Adobe, Zoom and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality customer service.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Operate effectively in an office environment, utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and copiers.
• Occasionally sit or stand for extended periods of time, as required by job duties.
• Occasionally lift and transport items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU Financial Services will not be a sponsor for this position.

Department Statement:

Financial Services serves the University community in a professional, accessible, customer focused, efficient and innovative manner by timely processing financial transactions and providing accounting, financial management reporting, financial system training and treasury management services.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.