Fiscal Assistant II/III
University of Florida - Chemical Engineering Masters Program · Gainesville, FL · 2 mo ago
Accounting$20–$24/hrFull-time
Classification Minimum Requirements
- Level II: High school diploma or equivalent and three years of general accounts transaction experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for required experience.
- Level III: High school diploma or equivalent and five years of general accounts transaction experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
About the Role
As a Fiscal Assistant, you'll work closely with our faculty, staff, and students to support departmental operations across the college under the direction of the Director or Associate Director. You’ll be trusted with a range of financial and administrative responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Procurement & Vendor Support: Process purchase orders and PCard transactions, assist with vendor enrollments, and serve as the go-to contact for procurement-related questions.
- Accounts Payable & Reconciliation: Ensure timely invoice processing, handle expense transfers, and maintain accurate ledger reconciliation with the HWCOE.
- Travel Coordination: Support faculty, staff, students, and visitors with travel requests and reimbursements, maintain audit-ready records, and ensure compliance with university policies.
- Financial Oversight: Monitor budgets, account balances, and encumbrances, run daily reports, and contribute to ongoing fiscal integrity.
- Customer Service: Build strong relationships across departments, answer fiscal questions, and provide clear guidance on purchasing and travel procedures.
Why Join Us
- Career Mobility: With three levels of the role, there’s built-in room to grow as you gain experience and expertise.
- Supportive Team: Work with a friendly, experienced, and committed team that values your input and encourages learning.
- Stability & Benefits: Enjoy the security and excellent benefits of working for a top public university, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and tuition assistance.
- Meaningful Impact: Help advance the mission of a nationally recognized engineering college driving innovation and research that changes the world.
Pay
- Level II: $20.00-$24.00 per hour
- Level III: $23.00-$27.00 per hour
Requirements
- Level II: High school diploma or equivalent and three years of general accounts transaction experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for required experience.
- Level III: High school diploma or equivalent and five years of general accounts transaction experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with basic accounting and budget principles, especially in higher education or research environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word), PeopleSoft, and myUFL systems.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
- Knowledge of University of Florida procurement, travel, and disbursement procedures.
Ideal Candidate
You’re dependable, organized, and proactive—a team player who can manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism. You enjoy helping others, solving problems, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. Above all, you take pride in doing your job well and making a positive impact every day.