Budget/Fiscal Coordinator

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking an Accounting Coordinator for the Provost Business Office. This on-site role focuses on financial recordkeeping, reconciliations, and compliance, while delivering strong customer service to campus departments.

You will coordinate accounts, grants, budgets, and procurement tasks in a collaborative environment. The position requires a high school diploma with five years of experience, with preference for accounting-related backgrounds and proficiency in Concur

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and five years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of work experience and education.
• Two years of experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial reporting are preferred.
• Proficiency in financial software such as Concur, FIS, or similar systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and time-management skills are required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial and accounting support to the Provost Business Office and customer departments.
• Prepare, reconcile, and maintain financial records while ensuring compliance with university policies.
• Serve as the primary business liaison for customer departments and collaborate across departments to manage accounts, grants, budgets, and procurement processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Concur

FIS

Job description

About This Role

The Accounting Coordinator provides financial and accounting support to the Provost Business Office and its customer departments. This role involves preparing, reconciling, and maintaining financial records, ensuring compliance with university policies, and delivering exceptional customer service. The Accounting Coordinator is the primary business liaison for customer departments and collaborates closely with departments to manage accounts, support grant activities, and handle budgetary and procurement processes.

About Us

The Office of the Provost provides administrative leadership for the university's academic enterprise, driving a culture of academic innovation and excellence in support of our Next-Gen K-State vision and goals.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and five years of relevant experience.
• Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial reporting.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems (e.g., Concur, FIS, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Sponsorship eligibility

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Application Window

Applications close on:August 24, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$20.30 - $24.00 hourly