Account Specialist

Position Title:
Account Specialist

Job Group:
Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:
• Five years of clerical office experience, including three years experience with bookkeeping procedures, or Any combination of directly related post high school education in an accredited school and directly related clerical experience which totals five years.

Preferred Qualifications:
2-3 year of experience in accounting or bookkeeping
Experience with accounting software and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
Experience with accounts payable and audit prep

Job Description:

At the Iowa State University Alumni Center, we're dedicated to fostering a strong community and supporting the success of our alumni. We're looking for a detail-oriented Account Specialist to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission by managing payroll and budget functions for a key segment of our institution.

As an Account Specialist, you'll handle a variety of financial tasks to ensure our financial operations run smoothly and efficiently.

What You’ll Do:

• Monitor financial, personnel, and operational activities across multiple accounts and divisions
• Analyze financial requests and recommend appropriate funding sources
• Prepare periodic financial reports
• Reconcile payroll records
• Initiate requisitions and vouchers
• Maintain and reconcile accounting records
• Balance accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Verify expense vouchers and process cash advances
• Provide information on policies and procedures
• Keep accurate records of deposits and payments

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a vibrant team committed to excellence
• Contribute to the success and support of our alumni
• Enjoy a collaborative and innovative work environment

Ready to make an impact with your accounting expertise? Apply now to join the Iowa State University Alumni Center and help us achieve our goals!

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices.

• Knowledge of spreadsheets and on-line accounting systems.

• Knowledge of accounting forms and procedures of the institution.

• Skill in operating office equipment.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and interpret institutional and other policies accurately.

• Ability to perform arithmetic computations.

• Ability to gather, analyze, and display data in appropriate format and keep accurate records.

• Ability to make decisions requiring interpretation and judgment.

• Ability to exercise functional supervision over employees.

• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and the public.

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
13

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:
June 10, 2024

Posting Close Date:
June 23, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R14857