Accountant I or II BS9552

Accountant I or

II BS9552

494353 Stillwater

DIV AGRICULTRL SCI & NATURAL RESRCS

(STW) Staff Full-time Bachelor's degree

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Campus OSU-Stillwater Contact Name & Email Benjamin Dunagan, benjamin.dunagan@okstate.edu Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends. Appointment Length Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice Hiring Range $18.29 - $28.85 Hourly Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references. About this Position

About Us:

Dedicated to improving the quality of life for the people of Oklahoma through science-based information and education. The Division comprises the Ferguson College of Agriculture and two state agencies: the Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station and the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service. For more information, visit: https://agdivision.okstate.edu/.

Position Details:

The successful candidate will join the finance team to provide financial services, complete financial-related processes, and perform tasks for multiple units/departments as assigned. This individual will support the Finance Team Manager and team. This individual will prepare and review financial reports, reconciliations, revenue analyses, expense analyses, encumbrance analyses, and assist with budget development and control with an emphasis on grant-related finances, for the units/departments they serve. The successful candidate will perform accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, purchasing, and budgeting. This position will work with the unit/department heads, faculty members, staff, and students on the status of departmental and grant accounts. The successful candidate will also work with other finance team staff, as well as other Finance and Business Operations staff within the Division. Accountant I or II title placement will be decided upon at the time of hire based on education and experience. The office consists of a small and efficient team where members regularly work independently and in teams. The team invites new ideas and strives for a willingness to work with others. Routine meetings occur with faculty and staff in conference room settings. The ability to work in conference rooms as well as a personal office is a must. There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU. Check out our great benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html Required Qualifications Bachelor's in Accounting or related (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date) No experience required Skills, Proficiencies, and/or

Knowledge:

Knowledge of GAAP; principles, accounting standards, fund accounting principles, and federal and state regulations and the ability to apply knowledge in appropriate job responsibilities Knowledge and practical application of generally accepted methods and practices related to accounting and finance activities Accuracy and attention to detail Able to exercise great initiative independent judgment Ability to maintain confidential information Ability to manage several projects and tasks simultaneously Critical thinking skills necessary to analyze problems and formulate solutions Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English and prepare complex reports on deadline Requires interaction with supervisors, colleagues, students, alumni, advisory committee members and the public, using diplomacy, discretion, and independent judgment Computer skills: Must be demonstrably proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, in addition to e-mail and MS Teams Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's in Accounting, Business Administrative, Financial, or related area. Five years' job-related experience. Prior experience with the OSU Financial system preferred (Banner); work history shows progressively responsible financial positions. Experience with QuickBooks is preferred. All positions are subject to the availability of funding, and any offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation in the application process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To request an accommodation, please email eeo@okstate.edu or call 405-744-5449. Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. 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, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions.