Accounting Specialist II

About the Role

Join UCF's Financial Affairs team and play a key role in supporting the financial operations of one of the nation's largest universities. As an Accounting Specialist II, you'll help keep a dynamic university community running smoothly through accurate transaction processing, banking support, and customer service. In doing so, you'll contribute to the operational excellence and fiscal stewardship that enable UCF's continued impact and growth.

Responsibilities

• Process and record financial transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, invoice payments, and other banking-related activity.
• Create and process accounting transactions within institutional financial systems, including accounting EIBs and ad hoc bank transactions.
• Maintain accurate financial records and transaction documentation to support departmental operations.
• Download, review, and maintain banking documentation, remittance reports, and related financial records.
• Assist with researching, recording, and reconciling deposits, withdrawals, and other financial transactions.
• Monitor financial activity and investigate discrepancies to support accurate account posting and reporting.
• Provide customer service and respond to inquiries regarding financial transactions, deposits, payments, and related processes.
• Support daily financial operations through data entry, reporting, record maintenance, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience processing accounting, banking, accounts receivable, or other financial transactions.
• Experience researching and resolving discrepancies involving deposits, payments, invoices, or financial records.
• Experience reconciling financial transactions or maintaining accurate accounting records.
• Experience using Workday or other enterprise financial, accounting, or ERP systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize, review, and analyze financial data.
• Experience providing customer service and responding to financial inquiries from internal or external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Pay

The anticipated hourly rate range for this position is $18.50 - $19.63. The final rate will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Benefits

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance