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Accounting Assistant II - 527913
Job no: 527913
Position type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Division/Equivalent: Finance and Operations
School/Unit: F&O - Finance
Department/Office: 502702 - Campus Financial Affairs
Categories: Accounting/Bookkeeping
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $18.32 - Midpoint: $21.97 (Hourly N4)
Department/Organization: 502702 - Campus Financial Affairs
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Job Summary: The Accounting Assistant II maintains accurate financial records. Provides accounting and bookkeeping support. Assists University staff in understanding industry standards, current laws, and university policy as it relates to the financial affairs of the University. Provides guidance and trains entry-level Accounting Assistants.
Additional Department Summary: Assists the Associate Dean for Culture and Success and the Director of College Financial Affairs in the Culverhouse College of Business to organize and coordinate the services that fall under the financial umbrella of the College. Assists with budget reporting and maintenance.
Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of accounting or bookkeeping experience; OR associate's degree or higher.
Skills and Knowledge: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of Microsoft suite of office products. Ability to multi-task. Ability to be self-motivated. Ability to prioritize workflow and work with individuals at all levels. Ability to be customer and service oriented.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
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