Accounting Assistant

About the role

The University of South Dakota – Sioux Falls seeks an Accounting Assistant to perform a range of transactional accounting duties while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely processing. This role focuses on accounts payable and receivable, purchasing, student accounts, and customer service. As the first point of contact for the Business Office, this position assists students, staff, and faculty with tuition payments, car reservations, postage/deliveries, and issuing ID cards.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounts payable and accounts receivable duties
• Manage purchasing supplies and equipment
• Handle student accounts and customer service inquiries
• Aid in managing multiple tasks and competing priorities
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and faculty

Requirements

• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Experience with purchasing supplies or equipment
• Ability to work independently with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Knowledge of office equipment and software including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships

Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications include:
• Experience with office equipment and software including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Benefits

• State health insurance
• Retirement plan with 6% matching
• 10 hours of annual leave each month
• 9.34 hours of sick leave each month
• 11 paid holidays

Pay

$19.27 - $20.00 depending upon qualifications and experience

Schedule

Normal office hours