Position Information

Position Information

Vacancy Number: S-00452
Position Title: Accountant
Classification Title: Accountant
Department: Financial and Administrative Services
Employment Type: Full-Time
Duties and Responsibilities:
Serve as an accounting liaison to administrative and academic units; act as the first point of contact for questions and inquiries and respond in a professional and collegial manner.

Assist in formulating and implementing resolutions to problems relative to accounting records and reports.

Create routine and custom reports for management.

Analyze and reconcile accounts.

Perform a variety of standard and complex accounting functions.

Prepare departmental collection reports, vendor vouchers, travel vouchers, requisitions, journal entries, salary/wage transfers and any other accounting entries necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of advanced accounting practices and procedures
Knowledge of University accounting practices and procedures
Knowledge of acceptable supervisory practices
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP)
Ability to communicate effectively in both an oral and written manner
Ability to make decisions based on careful analysis and thoughtful judgement
Ability to engage and serve customer base with a friendly and energetic attitude
Ability to maintain financial documents
Ability to analyze financial information to identify discrepancies, patterns, etc.
Ability to identify solutions to financial problems and discrepancies
Ability to prepare financial reports
Ability to develop written presentations
Ability to present information to a group
Ability to supervise

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in accounting and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are required.

Job Open Date: 12/19/2018
This posting will remain open until closed: Yes
Job Close Date:
Salary Band: 106
Special Instructions to Applicants:
If this position is opened until filled (no set closing date), Auburn University at Montgomery reserves the right once interviewing has begun to stop accepting applications.

About the University/College
Located in Alabama's vibrant state capital, Auburn University at Montgomery is a fast-growing university on the rise. Don't just take our word for it: The Princeton Review rates us as one of the best colleges in the Southeast, while U.S. News & World Report recently ranked us No. 22 among regional universities in the South for the quality of undergraduate teaching and 38th among all public institutions in the region.

Auburn University at Montgomery is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity; therefore, we encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Additionally, the safety and security of our campus community is a top priority. All employees at AUM are considered to be Responsible Employees and have the duty to immediately report information that has the potential to adversely impact safety or wellness on our campus.

Quick Link http://www.jobs.aum.edu/postings/3533

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Professional Reference Sheet

Optional Documents
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and are you proficient in Microsoft Excel?
   • Yes
   • No

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