Accounts Payable & Journal Entry Specialist

Arizona State University; Tempe, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Vacation & sick leave

Tuition reduction

Parental leave

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Employee assistance programs

ASU discounts

Job summary

Arizona State University is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support Business Operations within Facilities Development and Management at the Tempe campus. The role handles accounts payable, journal entries, and purchasing-card transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with university policies.

We value detail-oriented candidates with experience in Workday or similar financial systems, strong Excel skills, and solid communication abilities; a commitment to reliable customer service is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 3 years accounting-related experience or equivalent.
• Experience with online financial systems (Workday) and reconciliations.
• Knowledge of purchasing cards and payment/invoice processes; strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Handle accounts payable processes and verify invoices.
• Prepare/encode journal entries and transaction documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Process online purchases using purchasing cards and resolve discrepancies.
• Post transactions to correct accounts and ensure funds availability.
• Prepare accounting reports, summaries and reconciliations.
• Review reports for errors and implement corrections.

Skills

Accounting records

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

Purchasing card system

Job description

Arizona State University is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support Business Operations within Facilities Development and Management at the Tempe campus. The role handles accounts payable, journal entries, and purchasing-card transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with university policies.

We value detail-oriented candidates with experience in Workday or similar financial systems, strong Excel skills, and solid communication abilities; a commitment to reliable customer service is