Accountant I

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: $46,383; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Student financial support billing
Financial aid reconciliation
Tuition and loan program reconciliation
The Accountant I is responsible for arranging billing of government or private agencies on behalf of University of Arkansas students receiving financial support for their studies

Job Summary

  • The Accountant I is responsible for arranging billing of government or private agencies on behalf of University of Arkansas students receiving financial support for their studies.
  • This position is also responsible for assisting with reconciliations that occur in the office, including financial aid, clearing accounts, tuition, loan programs, and accounts receivable.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a benefits package including university contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

The Accountant I is responsible for arranging billing of government or private agencies on behalf of University of Arkansas students receiving financial support for their studies.

Salary

Base: $46,383; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Student financial support billing
  • Financial aid reconciliation
  • Tuition and loan program reconciliation
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Spreadsheet data tracking
  • Customer service for students

Nice-to-have

  • Harmonious working relationships
  • Advance state and build better world
  • Nurture creativity and discovery
  • Promote healthy work-life balance

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree in general business or related field
  • Three years of experience in fiscal operations
  • Experience in accounting or billing office
  • Experience with student financials in higher education
  • Previous reconciliation experience
  • Experience with Excel
  • Experience with payment application for accounts receivable
  • Experience with graduate assistant tuition waivers
  • Experience with University of Arkansas systems (Workday, UAConnect, Transact, BankMobile)
  • Experience with Customer application in Workday Financials

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter