Part-TIme Academic Excellence Center (AEC) Tutors

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: University Park, ILLINOIS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

CURRENT EMPLOYEES OR STUDENTS:

If you are a current employee (faculty, staff, technical service, or student) at Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . If you are a current student at Penn State and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process .

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Penn State University Multimedia Print Center is seeking an a self-motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to handle financial operations for the unit. The main responsibilities of this position include:

  • Daily reconciliation of meter postage usage and balance. Resolve account discrepancy and verification of account code error in postage tracking system.
  • Reconcile bulk postage permit usages and record postage usages in Enterprise system.
  • Monitor and replenish postage trust fund accounts. 
  • Processing the monthly direct billings for Mailing Services. Prepare customer invoices.
  • Respond and resolve customer account inquiries and package inquiries.
  • Verifying vendor invoices for express mail and paper purchases, and payment processing. 
  • Serve as a backup for time keeper for biweekly payroll processing.
  • Conduct financial transaction in compliance with university policies and procedures.   
  • Other duties as assigned.

Typically requires an associated degree or higher plus two years of related accounting/finance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  The successful candidate must have a can-do attitude, excellent customer service skills, ability to handle and prioritize multiple complex tasks, have excellent organizational skills, a strong attention to detail, meet deadlines, and have a commitment to diversity, equity, respect, and inclusion. Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database applications in analysis and reporting is required. This position requires the ability to collaborate and work in a team environment. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools particularly Excel, Word and Outlook is essential. Work experience with SIMBA (System for Integrated Management, Budgeting, and Accounting), Shop-on-Lion, WorkDay, and Maintenance requests is desired. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified.   

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 

EEO is the Law

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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University Park, PA

CURRENT EMPLOYEES OR STUDENTS:

If you are a current employee (faculty, staff, technical service, or student) at Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . If you are a current student at Penn State and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process .

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Penn State University Multimedia Print Center is seeking an a self-motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to handle financial operations for the unit. The main responsibilities of this position include:

  • Daily reconciliation of meter postage usage and balance. Resolve account discrepancy and verification of account code error in postage tracking system.
  • Reconcile bulk postage permit usages and record postage usages in Enterprise system.
  • Monitor and replenish postage trust fund accounts. 
  • Processing the monthly direct billings for Mailing Services. Prepare customer invoices.
  • Respond and resolve customer account inquiries and package inquiries.
  • Verifying vendor invoices for express mail and paper purchases, and payment processing. 
  • Serve as a backup for time keeper for biweekly payroll processing.
  • Conduct financial transaction in compliance with university policies and procedures.   
  • Other duties as assigned.

Typically requires an associated degree or higher plus two years of related accounting/finance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  The successful candidate must have a can-do attitude, excellent customer service skills, ability to handle and prioritize multiple complex tasks, have excellent organizational skills, a strong attention to detail, meet deadlines, and have a commitment to diversity, equity, respect, and inclusion. Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database applications in analysis and reporting is required. This position requires the ability to collaborate and work in a team environment. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools particularly Excel, Word and Outlook is essential. Work experience with SIMBA (System for Integrated Management, Budgeting, and Accounting), Shop-on-Lion, WorkDay, and Maintenance requests is desired. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified.   

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 

EEO is the Law

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Affirmative Action

Penn State Policies

Copyright Information

Hotlines

University Park, PA


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