University Accountant I - III
Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City

Position Details Req ID: req18404 Position Title: University Accountant I - III Position Type: Staff Full-Time Position Number: AS8552 OSU Campus: Stillwater Department: Grants & Contracts Financial Adm Location Address:
401 Whitehurst
Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078
United States Hiring Supervisor: Kristi Grass Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding): 48,000.00 - 75,000.00, Salary Work Schedule: 8-5 Monday-Friday Faculty Appt Period: Job Summary:

Administer sponsored agreements consisting of all federal, state and private agencies. Invoicing, financial reporting, preparation of financial reconciling documents, auditing of all disbursements. Interpretation and application of cost accounting standards, OMB Uniform Guidance, state regulations/laws, University policies and procedures and any terms and conditions of the award. Approval of expenditures via various electronic systems for allowability, allocability, and reasonableness. Monthly review of financial reports for each award. Monitoring of outstanding receivables to extend to working with outside sponsors, college research offices and faculty to assure payments are received. Communication with sponsors and guidance to colleges on various issues. Provide training to outside offices as requested by supervisor.

Work schedule is from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday thru Friday. Additional hours may be required for: Fiscal Year End Processes and/or Audit; Periodic Reports or Proposal Deadlines Financial Analysis Critical Needs requiring immediate attention

Special Instructions to Applicants Please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of professional references with your completed application. Education & Experience Position Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Personal Computer skills and experience with software applications such as Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, Access, familiar with the Internet and HTML. Ability to use Office Equipment efficiently and effectively. General knowledge of University Administrative Systems and abilities to use the systems for job responsibilities. Knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, fund accounting principles, and federal and state regulations and the ability to apply knowledge in appropriate job responsibilities. Must be able to identify significant problems that must be resolved and acquire sufficient objective facts relevant to the problems. Critical thinking skills necessary to analyze problems and formulate solutions and be able to apply technical knowledge in solving problems. Must be self-starter in approach to work and self-development; reaches for responsibility. Effective oral and written communication skills. Emphasis upon the ability to articulate to supervisor and to others issues impacting efficient and effective departmental and institutional operations. Must maintain objectivity and integrity at all times.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Bachelor's degree in accounting 

Two to five years in accounting and/or financial sponsored programs.

Certified Public Accountant; Certified Research Administrator; Certified Internal Auditor; and/or Certified Fraud Examiner

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.

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