Accountant I

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: $46,383; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Billing government or private agencies
Financial reconciliations
Student account analysis
The Accountant I is responsible for arranging billing on behalf of University of Arkansas students receiving financial support and assisting with office reconciliations

Job Summary

  • The Accountant I is responsible for arranging billing on behalf of University of Arkansas students receiving financial support and assisting with office reconciliations.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, and retirement programs with university contributions.
  • The position requires regular, reliable attendance and the ability to maintain collegial and harmonious working relationships.

Matching Summary

The Accountant I is responsible for arranging billing on behalf of University of Arkansas students receiving financial support and assisting with office reconciliations.

Salary

Base: $46,383; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • billing government or private agencies
  • financial reconciliations
  • student account analysis
  • customer service skills
  • use of spreadsheets for reporting
  • communication with students and agencies

Nice-to-have

  • experience with Workday and UAConnect
  • knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • ability to interpret laws and policies
  • experience with payment application
  • teamwork and harmonious relationships
  • quantitative quality assurance reviews

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree or equivalent
  • At least three years fiscal operations experience
  • Experience in accounting or billing office preferred
  • Experience with student financials in higher education preferred
  • Criminal background check required
  • Financial credit check required
  • Sex offender registry check required

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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