Accounting Specialist I-Sr.

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join their dynamic team in the Spears School of Business. This role offers the opportunity to support financial activities, ensuring accuracy in travel forms and assisting with onboarding processes. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and familiarity with financial software like Quickbooks and OKCorral. By joining this forward-thinking institution, you will play a vital role in maintaining financial integrity while enjoying a collaborative work environment that values your contributions. If you are passionate about finance and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with two years of office experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred with experience in financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Support Accountant III with financial activities and data entry.
• Review travel forms for accuracy and advise on travel policies.

Skills

General office procedures

Account reconciliation

Microsoft Suite

Quickbooks

OKCorral

Excel

OSU Banner systems

Knowledge of OSU policy

Education

High school/GED

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

Quickbooks

Microsoft Excel

OSU Banner systems

OKCorral

Job description

Position Details

Req ID: req18745

Position Title: Accounting Specialist I-Sr.

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Position Number: AS7202

OSU Campus: Stillwater

Department: Dean of Business Administration

Location Address: 380 Business Building, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK

Hiring Supervisor: Jeannette Parrish

Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding): 14.50 - 22.00, Hourly

Work Schedule: 8am-5pm Monday-Friday.

Job Summary:

The Spears School of Business is seeking an Accounting Specialist for our Research and Financial Services office. A core set of duties will include supporting the Accountant III as well as assisting with other financial activities such as entering data in Quickbooks, receipting and paying invoices in OKCorral, formatting and uploading reports.

In addition, the position will be responsible for reviewing all travel forms for completeness and accuracy prior to forwarding for approval. It will advise department assistants on travel policy and procedures.

This position may also assist Spears centers and academic departments with new hire onboarding, travel vouchers and requests, and purchase orders when their department assistants are unavailable for extended periods of time.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please include: Resume, Cover Letter, and Three References.

Education & Experience

Required Qualifications:

High school/GED and two years of office/clerical experience. Post-secondary education may substitute for years of required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business and experience with:

1. General office procedures.
2. Account reconciliation.
3. Microsoft Suite
4. Quickbooks
5. OKCorral
6. Excel
7. OSU Banner systems including finance, HR, and student systems.
8. OSU forms such as travel, foundation, and payroll.
9. Knowledge of OSU policy and procedures.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers, and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.