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Position Information

Posting Number

S24071P

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Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number

S24071P

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Posting Date

Closing Date

Title

Accounting Officer

Working Title

Accounting Officer

Salary Range

Employee Class

Civil Service

Department

Accounting and Financial Reporting

Full-time/ Part-time

Full-time

Specialization

Hours Per Week

37.5

Standard Work Week

Monday - Friday

Job Summary

Employees at this level perform highly complex duties that require independent judgment and initiative, an extensive knowledge of bookkeeping procedures, and a working knowledge of accounting principles and practices. The employees work under general supervision of a designated supervisor.

Job Description

Process payment requests using PO’s, DPV’s and expense report. Reviews vouchers, requisitions. purchase orders, invoices payments, statements, payroll DPV’s and other transaction documents for completeness, accuracy, availability of funds, appropriateness of transaction, and conformity to policies, procedures, and/or contractual agreements. Corrects transaction documents, which may require revision of other documents or entries as well as the original; may initiate other actions. Researches and prepares stop payments. Prepares statements and reports that require utilization of a variety of sources. Establish and maintain hard or electronic files that document AP transactions. Performs coding where judgement, based on advance knowledge, must be applied and/or serves as a resource for other staff. Process relates to travel encumbrance & travel vouchers reimbursements for staff Provide individual & group training to the University Community related to vendor invoice processing & travel reimbursements. Auditing invoices, checks, and travel reimbursements.  Manually entries withholding payroll payments. Department backup for processing/running checks/ZZ check runs, including posting registers in general ledger. Process DPV 70% & Direct Deposit Returns for staff and students. Provides excellent customer services to students, vendors, and University staff. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Any one or combination totaling two (2) years (24 months) from the categories below: Course work in accounting, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: 9 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months) Course work in any discipline as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months) Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen (18) months 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months) Work experience in bookkeeping, office support, or closely related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. ability to apply an extensive knowledge of bookkeeping practices and procedures2. ability to apply a thorough knowledge of accounting techniques3. ability to compile complex financial records and prepare routine financial reports or statements4. ability to operate electronic and/or other standard office equipment5. ability to work independently and exercise judgment

Additional Applicant Information

Additional Information for Applicants. The hiring managers do all three, position type, pervious H.A

Physical Requirement/ Demands

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Work Environment

Office and conference room settings. Environment may also encompass athletic / sport setting areas.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest level of education attained?

   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Masters Degree
   • PHD

2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

   • 0-1
   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+

3. * Do you agree to a criminal background check?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Have you ever held a supervisory or manager position, if yes for how long?

   • NO
   • Yes, 1-2 years
   • Yes, 3-4 years
   • Yes,4-5 years

5. * Veterans Preference Points, please indicate if you qualify as a United States Armed Forces veteran?

   • Yes, I am a veteran.
   • No, I am not a veteran.

6. * Do you reside in the state of Illinois and have a valid state id or Illinois driver’s license?

   • Yes
   • No

7. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • Indeed
   • Linkedin
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • CSU Website
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • Other
   • Herc
   • Advertisement/Publication

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. References 4. Transcripts Optional Documents 1. DD 214/ Certificate of Discharge

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