Accounting Support Clerk

University of Utah

Salt Lake City (UT)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 34,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

University of Utah Campus is seeking Accounting Support Clerks at I or II level to handle a range of duties from clerical accounting tasks to more complex reconciliation work. The role involves processing invoices, posting payments, preparing purchase orders, and supporting departmental purchasing while ensuring policy compliance.

We welcome applicants for entry-level positions with a pathway to more advanced roles.

Qualifications

Equivalency statement: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience.

Responsibilities

Reconciles balance sheets, cash, general ledger, and supporting journal entries.
Processes invoices for payment, ensuring billed amount and quantity received matches the purchase order.
Prepare invoices to be sent to vendor for services.
Reviews, deposits, and posts payments, and other transactions to accounting systems.
Prepare check requests, campus orders and purchase orders.
Assists with departmental purchasing and procurement.
Assist other department team members to ensure compliance in various areas (PCard, travel, procurement, etc.).

Job description

Job Summary

Performs a variety of accounting duties that range in level of complexity from clerical accounting duties such as managing receivables to more complex duties such as reconciling accounts and assisting others to ensure policy compliance.

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

Reconciles balance sheets, cash, general ledger, and supporting journal entries.
Processes invoices for payment, ensuring billed amount and quantity received corresponds to purchase order.
Prepare invoices to be sent to vendor for services.
Reviews, deposits, and posts payments, and other transactions to accounting systems.
Prepare check requests, campus orders and purchase orders.
Assists with departmental purchasing and procurement.
Assist other department team members to ensure compliance in various areas to include, but not limited to, PCard transactions, travel expenses, procurement, etc.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Problem Solving

The Accounting Support Clerk follows University policies and procedures and follows applicable State and IRS guidelines. The incumbent refers issues outside of policy or not covered by policy to the supervisor.

The Accounting Specialist has the authority to determine correct account numbers and ensure correct accounting procedures are followed. The incumbent answers questions from staff and vendors on invoice status, payroll problems, etc., and must be able to meet deadlines and establish priorities.

Team Culture

Supports an inclusive, transparent and supportive work environment
Reliable, displays a positive attitude, does not engage in gossip, supports the team and is flexible
Communicates problems, issues and frustrations to supervisor and/or OB/WCSL Leadership

University of Utah Health Benefits Package

University of Utah Health is proud to offer a generous benefits package! Our healthcare plans include medical and dental coverage, prescriptions, basic vision coverage, and behavior health benefits. Employees are eligible for a discount of up to $25 per month on their premiums for participating in our Well-U Wellness Program. Our retirement plan includes automatic enrollment into our University-funded 401(a) plan with a contribution rate of 14.2%! Additional benefits include half-off tuition for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children, University-provided Part I life insurance, and discounts through many retail vendors who have teamed up with the University. Visit our Benefits website for more information at www.hr.utah.edu/benefits.

Accounting Support Clerks, I

Perform multiple accounting support functions, such as compiling, sorting, and preparing documents and reports, issuing bills and invoices, bookkeeping, calculating and verifying debit and credit amounts, and posting transactions to appropriate accounts. Ensure the appropriate filing and maintenance of accounting records. Input data into financial systems and reconcile reports. Create and produce reports and assist accountants on special projects as necessary. Performs routine tasks as directed and under close supervision.Requires little to no related experience.This is an Entry-Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S21171Grade: S13

Accounting Support Clerks, II

Perform multiple accounting support functions, such as compiling, sorting, and preparing documents and reports, issuing bills and invoices, bookkeeping, calculating and verifying debit and credit amounts, and posting transactions to appropriate accounts. Ensure the appropriate filing and maintenance of accounting records. Input data into financial systems and reconcile reports. Create and produce reports and assist accountants on special projects as necessary. Completes routine tasks under moderate supervision.Requires at least 1 year of related experience.This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S21172Grade: S14

Work Environment And Level Of Frequency Typically Required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels

Accounting Support Clerks, I: Requires little to no related experience.

Accounting Support Clerks, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Requisition Number

PRN46580B

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Work Schedule Summary

Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Some earlier mornings and later evenings may be required.

Department

00930 - Obstetrics/Gynecology Dept Op

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