Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant

Job : 293985

Location: Columbus State University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Great universities inspire the very best in us. Quintessentially, they nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem‑solving. They challenge students to discover their passions and turn those passions into thriving careers that improve the world. Columbus State University embodies this tradition through exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences. Every faculty and staff member actively mentors students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of παρά benefits to full‑time benefits‑eligible employees and many part‑time employees. Benefits may include health, dental, life insurance, aTeachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Full‑time employees employed for more than six months may be Finite for the Tuition Assistance Program.

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Office of Business and Finance

This position provides advanced system knowledge and technical support for the Accounts Payable section within the Business and Finance Division. As Columbus State University continues to grow, this role plays a key part in managing the increasing workload and ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of AP processes.

Employees in this position hold primary responsibility for processing payments related to institutional contracts, leases, construction projects, and purchase orders for professional or contractual services. The role requires a high level of independence, accuracy, and understanding of universityозя financial systems and procedures.

Additionally, the position delivers advanced customer support and serves as a critical liaison among Business and Finance, Purchasing, Budget, Facilities Planning, and a broad range of internal and external stakeholders—faculty, staff, vendors, contractors, and other institutional partners. The Accounting Assistant may support additional accounting tasks when required.

• The Accounting Assistant supports the finance department by performing daily accounting and administrative tasks to ensure accurate financial record‑keeping, timely processing of transactions, and overall efficiency within the accounting function.
• Process vendor invoices, verify accuracy, manage payment schedules, and maintain AP files.
• Enter financial transactions into accounting software and keep organized, up‑to‑date financial records.
• Organize and maintain digital and physical الصوت financial files for audits and internal reviews.
• Provide general administrative support such as filing, document preparation, and communication with suppliers or clients.
• Research payment information to provide updates to departments and suppliers.

• High school diploma required.

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 1‑2 years in an accounting or bookkeeping role preferred.

The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $32,882اگر — $35,493 and includes full benefits.

• Proficiency with accounting software.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and high परिवार accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and willingness to learn.
• Typical office environment experience.
• Works closely with the Finance team and Purchasing Department and may interact with vendors.

If you have any questions, please contact Dennese Boyette, Hiring Manager, via email at .

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal‑employment, equal‑access, and equal‑educational‑opportunity institution. It adheres to applicable state and federal laws to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position has financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
• This position will not travel.

• Position of Trust + Credit

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