Accountant I – College Financial Support

Job Description

Accountant I | Auburn University

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Auburn University, located in Auburn, AL. The College of Liberal Arts is a core division of the university, providing instruction, research, and outreach. This role is crucial for maintaining the financial health and integrity of multiple academic and administrative units within the college, ensuring compliance with university policies and efficient stewardship of resources.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Auburn, AL
• Pay: $52320–$61040 yearly
• Team: College of Liberal Arts Finance operations, primarily supporting the Department of English and other designated academic departments.
• Mission: Support the college’s financial operations by processing and monitoring transactions, ensuring compliance, and contributing to the effective stewardship of university resources.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Transaction Processing: Process and review travel vouchers, employee reimbursement requests, and manage purchase card transactions.
• Compliance Monitoring: Monitor financial transactions and documentation to ensure adherence to university policies and financial regulations.
• Financial Support: Serve as the primary financial contact for assigned departments, responding to inquiries and providing guidance on fiscal policies.
• Reporting & Reconciliation: Assist with quarterly financial reporting, reconciliation, and budget monitoring activities.
• Operational Improvement: Contribute to continuous improvement efforts designed to strengthen operational efficiency and financial compliance within the college.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or a degree in a business-related field plus a CPA.
• Experience: Entry-level experience in processing travel reimbursements, procurement transactions, financial reporting, or reconciliation activities.
• Skills: Application of accounting principles, governmental accounting standards (GASB), financial reconciliation, compliance monitoring, and customer service.
• Bonus: Experience with higher education or governmental accounting, knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and familiarity with enterprise financial systems and reporting tools.