Accounting Specialist Sr

99888BR

Campus: Tempe

Accounting Specialist Sr

Job Description

Student Business Services seeks an Accounting Specialist Sr. to perform a variety of accounting functions requiring initiative and independent judgment to support the goals and objectives of the 3rd Party Sponsored Billing Group as well as more broadly, Student Business Services. This position will also provide student support and handle inquires pertaining to student account information.
ASU is a diverse enterprise with a wide variety of work and learning modes, locations and a commitment to sustainability, innovation and employee work-life balance. We are determined to maintain our position as an employer of choice in a competitive labor market.

The successful candidate, not presently employed within Financial Services, will be paid a signing bonus of $750 and a $1,250 bonus after completing six months of employment with the department. 

Job Family

Finance & Accounting

Department Name

SBS Third Party Billing

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

EVP BUSINESS & FINANCE

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$22.12 per hour

Essential Duties

• Coordinates activities within 3rd Party Sponsored Billing ensuring assigned work is accomplished in a timely manner.
• Completes various accounting processes pertaining to student account transactions.
• Processes transactions related to 3rd Party Sponsored Billing.
• Responsible for invoicing, billing, and collection of payments and researching account receivable for 3rd Party Sponsors. 
• Researches and analyzes transactions and documents to ensure compliance with financial policy and procedures.
• Prepares and verifies other transaction documents for accuracy, completeness and compliance with pertinent university or sponsor regulations.
• Assists higher level personnel with more complex or specialized assignments.
• Ensures requirements and specifications of university or outside agencies are met by monitoring and complying with reporting requirements and opening or closing accounts as specified/required. 
• Provides extensive customer service for high volume of phone calls, response to email inquiries and assisting with in-person customers for related functions in Student Business Services.
• Prepares detailed reconciliations and departmental reports utilizing a variety of software including PeopleSoft and Microsoft Office.
• Researches account activity and information in response to inquiries from students, departments and 3rd Party Sponsors. 
• Updates departmental procedures relating to assigned accounting functions.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in Business Administration or related field AND two (2) years of related experience; OR, four (4) years related accounting experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge with FERPA and GLB regulations.
• Experience utilizing and testing student account information systems at a college or university environment-specifically PeopleSoft.
• Evidence of effective communication skills.
• Experience in a high-volume customer service environment. 
• Experience using office-related software including Microsoft Excel, MS Word, and Outlook. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of PeopleSoft or a similar student information system. 
• Experience in preparing reports, statements and reconciliations utilizing a variety of software.
• Experience in processing transactions with detailed accuracy.
• Experience with online accounting systems/software.
• Experience with SalesForce or other, similar customer relationship management (CRM) system.
  

Working Environment

Activities are performed in a controlled office setting and subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.

Department Statement

Student Business Services provides accounting functions in the areas of: Student Accounts, Cashiering Services, Collections, 3rd Party Sponsored Billing, Tuition Assessment and Treasury Management.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU PD at 480-965-3456.

Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources .

Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU and Student Business Services will not provide sponsorship for employment. 

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.