Accounting Assistant

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
$39,930 - $47,916; not specified; university contr...
Onsite
Manage collection procedures
Respond to billing inquiries
Review stale/outstanding checks
The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is seeking an Accounting Assistant responsible for managing collection procedures for delinquent accounts and providing responses to billing inquiries. The ideal candidate should possess an associate's degree in a related field and have at least three years of experience in fiscal operations

Job Summary

  • The Accounting Assistant is responsible for managing collection procedures for delinquent accounts on external invoices and travel/p-card invoices.
  • This position involves counseling students and other University offices regarding billing inquiries and reviewing checks that are approaching their stale date, are outstanding, or expiring.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is seeking an Accounting Assistant responsible for managing collection procedures for delinquent accounts and providing responses to billing inquiries. The ideal candidate should possess an associate's degree in a related field and have at least three years of experience in fiscal operations.

Salary

$39,930 - $47,916; Not specified; University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage collection procedures
  • Respond to billing inquiries
  • Review stale/outstanding checks
  • Work with collection agencies
  • Adhere to GAAP and laws

Nice-to-have

  • Foster harmonious working relationships
  • Promote healthy work-life balance
  • Nurture creativity and discovery

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree in general business or related field
  • Three years of experience in fiscal operations
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting (preferred)
  • Experience with Workday, UAConnect, Transact (preferred)

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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