Controller's Office Student Assistant

Overview

The Controller’s Office administers and manages financial activities for the University. We are looking for a student who is willing and able to learn accounting. This position is a great opportunity for students who are interested in an accounting career to learn accounting through both classes and on-the-job training. The position reports to the Director of Accounting.

• Assist Accounts Payable with weekly check runs
• Prepare and enter journal entries into general ledger
• Scan documents into Etrieve and perform monthly quality control audits of the documents
• Prepare monthly billings for third party receivables
• Assist with annual financial audit
• Assist with special requests or projects from the department
• Other relevant tasks as assigned

• Must have strong commitment to confidentiality
• Must have good computer skills, including but not limited to Excel, Word, Banner, etc.
• Must have good communication skills
• Able to work independently as a well as in a team-oriented environment
• Must be able to work 25-29 hours per week during Summer 2024 and work 10-12 hours per week during the academic year

• Preference given to a sophomore student seeking an accounting degree
• Preference given to a student who is willing and able to work during the summer and over breaks

• N/A

Posting Number SE906-2023

Number of Vacancies: 1

Estimated

Start Date:

02/09/2026

Open Date: 01/21/2026

Close Date: 05/29/2026

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Resume
• Optional Documents

University of Portland
5000 N. Willamette Blvd
Portland, Oregon

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