Accounting Specialist - Senior Accounting Specialist AS9202

About the role

The School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) within the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology (CEAT) is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support financial operations within the school.

Responsibilities

• Maintains financial records as required for management decisions and compliance with University, State, and Federal audit regulations.
• Monitors expenditures and income related to MAE instructional, organized research, sponsored research, lab/services accounts, and OSU Foundation accounts.
• Handles and manages several financial matters of the department, including but not limited to: P-card purchases, travel, departmental expenses, scholarships, OSU Foundation contributions and disbursements, assisting with monthly reconciliations, payroll processing, and employment actions.
• Records financial matters and reports as necessary.
• Provides additional support and assistance to the MAE Accountant in all matters as needed.

Requirements

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Accounting Specialist: Two years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related field.
• Senior Accounting Specialist: Three years of experience accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related field.
• Post-secondary Education May Substitute For Years Of Required Experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles, methods, and practices related to accounting/bookkeeping activities.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to manage several projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities and performing under tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment and meet OSU accounting and payroll deadlines.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge

• Knowledge of principles, methods, and practices related to accounting/bookkeeping activities.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to manage several projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities and performing under tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment and meet OSU accounting and payroll deadlines.

Pay

$14.50 - $22.00 Hourly

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm