University Accountant I-II AS6572

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Stillwater campus seeks an Accountant to manage and reconcile financial accounts for the President’s Office and the Senior VP/COO of the Systems Operations Division.

The role requires strong Excel and MS Word skills, adherence to OSU policies, and collaboration with accounting and budget offices. Regular meetings will keep you informed on policy updates and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related field required (degree must be conferred on or before start date).
• University Accountant I requires 0-6 months related experience.
• University Accountant II requires two years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and reconcile financial accounts for OSU and OSU Foundation for the President’s Office and the Senior VP/COO of Systems Operations Division.
• Provide financial services and advice on status updates to relevant areas and management.
• Work closely with the accounting and budget offices; manage records, retention and retrieval of documents.
• Attend Fiscal and Administrative Officers meetings to stay informed about policy updates.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Microsoft Word

Accounting & budgeting principles

Professionalism & confidentiality

Learning new tools/technology

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance or related field

Master's in Accounting (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact

Name & Email

Shannon Spradling, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$50,400 - $69,825

Salary

Special Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About This Position

The accountant position reports directly to the Senior Manager of Business Operations. It is expected to maintain a professional, courteous, and respectful demeanor in all verbal and written communications. This role is responsible for managing and reconciling financial accounts held at OSU and the OSU Foundation for both the President’s Office and the Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Systems Operations Division. The accountant ensures that all financial documentation is processed accurately and complies with OSU policies and state and federal laws, rules, and guidelines.

Additionally, this position will provide financial services and advice on status updates to relevant areas and management; work closely with the accounting and budget offices; and manage records, including the retention and retrieval of documents. Furthermore, the accountant attends Fiscal and Administrative Officers meetings to stay informed about policy and procedural updates.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities also include assisting with budget summaries and reconciliations, overseeing purchasing card transaction logs, and providing accounting approval for related activities, including purchase orders, CVIs, work orders, deposits, and EPAFs. They will prepare travel requests and reimbursements as needed and perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Accounting or Finance or related field. (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• University Accountant I - 0-6 months related experience.
• University Accountant II - Two years related experience.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

• Exhibits professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Thorough understanding of Microsoft Office software.
• Extensive knowledge and proficiency in accounting and budgeting principles.
• Ability to learn to use new tools/technology and quickly begin projects using newly developed skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Accounting
• Five years experience with OSU Accounting, Purchasing and Banner, as well as OSU Foundation accounts.

Certifications, Registrations, And/or Licenses

• CPA

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

The candidate must be proficient in Excel and Microsoft Word and should be able to learn the OSU financial system. This individual will interact daily with staff and department heads within the division they serve by providing financial services.