Accounting Technician

100 Miami University; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University in Berkeley, CA seeks an Accounting Technician to support Accounting, Accounts Payable, Bursar and Purchasing. The role involves maintaining accounts, resolving issues, and ensuring accurate records.

The position requires coursework beyond high school plus two years of related experience, with strong math, and communication skills. This is an hourly, regular position with standard campus duties and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires twelve months of coursework or training beyond high school and two years of related experience.
• Knowledge of unit's operations, policies, and procedures; knowledge of computers and office applications.
• Business math skills, oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains complete, accurate, and up-to-date files and databases on student, university department and vendor accounts.
• Serves as informational resource for students, departments, and vendors; resolves accounting issues.
• Interprets policies and procedures.
• Assists in routine and non-routine accounting activities (accounts payable, bursar, purchasing).
• Processes travel expense reports, purchase documents, payments, budget reports and debit requisitions.
• Monitors and reviews projects; ensures changes are made.
• Generates statements of account and handles calls, mailings, and supplies.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Bookkeeping

Business math

Communication

Diversity awareness

Supervisory skills

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Job Title

Accounting Technician

Department

Honors College

Position Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

19

Work Shift

Scheduled

Weekly Hours

20

Benefit Eligible

Benefit Eligible No Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required? No

Job Description Summary

Performs a variety of moderately complex administrative tasks requiring some independent judgment related to ensuring the successful completion of the daily operations of Accounting, Accounts Payable, Bursar or Purchasing.

Essential Duties

• Maintains complete, accurate, and up-to-date files and computer databases on student, university department and vendor accounts.
• Serves as informational resource for students, university departments, and vendors; investigates and resolves problems and difficulties regarding accounting, accounts payable, bursar and purchasing.
• Interprets policies and procedures.
• Assists in various routine and non-routine activities regarding accounting, accounts payable, bursar and purchasing.
• Performs a variety of intermediate to complex administrative tasks which may include review and monitor agency fund accounts for compliance with financial policies and procedures; process travel expense reports, various purchase documents, payments, budget reports and debit requisitions.
• Monitors and reviews projects; ensures all necessary changes are made.
• Gathers and analyzes statistical information regarding accounting, accounts payable, bursar or purchasing's programs and activities; produces reports.
• Performs a variety of administrative tasks including generating statements of account, answering phones, typing, coordinating bulk mailings, ordering supplies and copying.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires twelve months of coursework or training beyond high school and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of unit's operations, policies, and procedures; knowledge of computers and office applications
• Knowledge of accounting/bookkeeping procedures
• Business math skills, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with people with diverse backgrounds
• May require supervisory, clerical and/or research skills

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required.

Remote Work

For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement

Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act

As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

Labor Law Posters for Applicants

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Miami University is a major public university with a small college feel. Creating environments for learning excellence and providing career opportunities in Oxford, Hamilton, Middletown, West Chester and Luxembourg, our faculty, staff, and student employees are the fuel that drives Miami! We rank first nationally among public universities for best teaching by U.S. News & World Report. Our opportunities for growth and advancement are not limited to students in the classroom. Our faculty, staff, and student employees are highly valued for their contribution toward the Miami experience. Miami’s main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles north of Cincinnati. A true college town, Oxford features a wide variety of shops and restaurants within walking distance of the main campus. Our regional campuses are located in Hamilton, Middletown, and the Voice of America Learning Center in West Chester, Ohio. For faculty and staff, Miami offers a great work environment and competitive benefits. We invite you to experience Miami and see how you can support the University’s Mission.