Accountant I

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $46,383; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Arranging billing for government or private agencies
Financial reconciliation and reporting
Communication with students and sponsoring agencies
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.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance with benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.
  • The University of Arkansas is committed to equal opportunity and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process.

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: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • arranging billing for government or private agencies
  • financial reconciliation and reporting
  • communication with students and sponsoring agencies
  • use of spreadsheets for data tracking
  • customer service in financial context
  • knowledge of accounting ledgers and journals
  • experience with Workday Financials

Nice-to-have

  • experience with student financials in higher education
  • knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • ability to conduct research and quality assurance
  • clear communication skills
  • experience with graduate assistant tuition waivers
  • experience with UAConnect and Transact systems

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree or equivalent in business or related field
  • At least three years of experience in fiscal operations
  • Experience with accounting or billing office preferred
  • Experience with reconciliation processes
  • Experience with Workday, UAConnect, Transact, BankMobile systems
  • Ability to pass criminal background and financial credit checks

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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