TES Accountant I

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking an accounting liaison within the COSAM Outreach Department to support journal entries, reporting, analysis, and audit/reconciliation tasks through the Temporary Employment Services unit. This role involves collaboration with Central Business and Finance areas and handling diverse accounting workflows.

The position emphasizes GAAP adherence, accuracy in financial reports, and potential support for faculty proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a CPA credential.
• Fundamental concepts of accounting practices and procedures (GAAP).

Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews expense vouchers, invoices, purchase requisitions, or other transactions for one or more departments, in compliance with approved budgets and procedures.
• Determines proper handling of financial transactions in accordance with GAAP and approves within designated limits, policies, or contracts.
• Prepares budget reports, department allocation reports, inventory reports, or other specialized reports or analyses on a regular or ad hoc basis.
• Corresponds with Procurement, Grants Accounting, Budget Services, or other departments concerning accounting and financial information.
• Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors in financial entries, documents, and reports.
• May assist faculty with preparation and financial analysis related to contract or grant proposals.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or CPA

Job description

Overview

Acts as accounting liaison with Central Business and Finance areas with respect to journal entries, reporting, analysis, and audit/reconciliation of accounts within COSAM Outreach Department.

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
• Assistance with special projects
• Seasonal work
• Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

AU students are not eligible for TES.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews expense vouchers, invoices, purchase requisitions, or other transactions for one or more departments, in compliance with approved budgets and the University/department procedures.
• Determines proper handling of financial transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and approves within designated limits, policies, or contracts.
• Prepares budget reports, department allocation reports, inventory reports, or other specialized reports or analyses on a regular or ad hoc basis.
• Corresponds with Procurement, Contracts and Grants Accounting, Budget Services, or other departments concerning accounting and financial information.
• Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors in financial entries, documents, and reports.
• May assist faculty with preparation and financial analysis related to contract or grant proposals.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, OR a Degree plus a CPA.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knows fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact:Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone:Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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