Financial Program Assistant: AP & Payments Auditor

South Dakota State University; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Tuition benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD seeks a Financial Program Assistant to support Accounts Payable operations, auditing and approving direct pay invoices, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The role works within a team to process payments and assist with recurring cycles.

The position emphasizes accuracy, collaboration, and adherence to university policies, with strong opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience auditing and approving direct pay invoices.
• Knowledge of university policies and allowable expenditures.
• Ability to work in a team and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary auditor and approver for direct pay invoices.
• Assist Accounts Payable with processing payment cycles.
• Backup for Contracts+ and encumbrance processes.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal and university regulations.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Active listening

Technology proficiency

Tools

Contracts+

Encumbrance systems

Job description

South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD seeks a Financial Program Assistant to support Accounts Payable operations, auditing and approving direct pay invoices, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The role works within a team to process payments and assist with recurring cycles.

The position emphasizes accuracy, collaboration, and adherence to university policies, with strong opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.