Accounting Assistant

Job Details

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $16.63 - Midpoint: $19.95 (Hourly N3)

Department/Organization: 502304 - Accounts Payable

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Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.

The Accounting Assistant I maintains accurate financial records. Provides entry-level accounting and bookkeeping support. Resolves routine questions and problems.

Processes invoices on purchase orders and ensures timely and accurate payment. Adheres to and advises University departments on State and Federal rules and regulations and University policies and procedures.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions based on careful analysis and thoughtful judgments.
• Computer skills in spreadsheet applications, personal computing networks, and internet software.
• Ability to work effectively under stress and high levels of activity.

• Accounts Payable experience.

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights:
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