Accounting Clerk III

Overview

Job Summary Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top-100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivating the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

Job Summary Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top-100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivating the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

The Accounting Clerk III is responsible for managing financial processes and transactions for Parking, Transportation, and Postal Services. This includes accounts payable and receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, budget forecasting, financial reporting, purchase order monitoring, and serving as the primary liaison with Procurement and Financial Services. The position also provides limited non-financial operational support as back-up to the Program Management Specialist to ensure continuity of section functions.

• Financial Transactions & Reconciliation:
  Responsible for accounts payable and receivable processing, journal entries, reconciliations, vendor follow-ups, dispute resolution, and monthly/periodic financial audits.
• Procurement & Purchase Order Monitoring:
  Monitor purchase orders, track renewal timelines, identify discrepancies, recommend adjustments, and serve as liaison with Procurement for purchasing issues, compliance questions, and resolution of procurement-related matters.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting:
  Conduct budget forecasting, variance analysis, financial reporting, and identification of fiscal issues with recommendations for correction. Serve as backup to the Program Management Specialist for section recruitment coordination, onboarding assistance, administrative audits, and training support.
• Other duties as assigned to include but not limited to assist with field support for major events and support services functions.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three years accounting clerical experience.
• Ability to perform as well as understand financial analysis, reconcile accounts, human resources, and interpret university financial policies.
• Proficiency with Stratus, People Soft, and other financial/industry software.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks under time constraints.
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to research accounts and situations to determine the appropriate decision.
• Must be able to follow up and ensure accurate and up to date records are maintained.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with vendors, staff, and campus partners.

$45,375 annually and full University benefits that includes annual leave, up to 17 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. Applicants with TU or USM service may receive salary credit. When applicable, a 2.5% increase may be added to the annual salary, pending successful completion of the initial six-month probationary period, for this position.

To learn more about our benefits, . TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here.

This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days. For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume with your online application.

Operations

Main Campus

Job Posting Feb 20, 2026