Accounting Assistant I - Contingent / On-Call (No benefits) - 527419
Job no: 527419
Work type: Contingent / On-Call (No benefits)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Accounting/Bookkeeping
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $16.63 - Midpoint: $19.95 (Hourly N3)
Department/Organization: 204671 - Institute for Soc Sciences Res
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 10 - 20 hours/week
Job Summary: The Accounting Assistant I maintains accurate financial records. Provides entry-level accounting and bookkeeping support. Resolves routine questions and problems.
Additional Department Summary: Provides entry-level support for financial transactions, recordkeeping, reconciliations, and other routine accounting tasks under the supervision of the College Research Coordinator and in coordination with the Accounting Assistant III.
Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED.
Skills and Knowledge: Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with accuracy. Effective communication skills to work collaboratively with staff and faculty. Proficiency with spreadsheets, data entry, and basic financial tracking. Capacity to learn and apply University systems, policies, and procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality with financial and personnel records.
Preferred Qualifications: Associate’s degree or coursework in accounting, business administration, or related field. Experience in an office or accounting support role. Familiarity with University of Alabama systems (e.g., Concur, Banner, or similar). Experience reconciling accounts, processing invoices, or handling payroll support. Demonstrated ability to work in a research or higher education environment.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
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