Accounting Assistant III - 528764

Accounting Assistant III•528764 Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States Accounting/Bookkeeping Closing at: Mar 22 2026•22:55 CDT

Pay Grade/Pay Range:

Minimum:

$19.33•

Midpoint:

$24.18 (Hourly N5)

Department/Organization:

502702•Campus Financial Affairs

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday•Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm Note to

Applicants:

Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.

Job Summary:

The Accounting Assistant III maintains accurate financial records. Provides accounting and bookkeeping support. Assists University staff in understanding industry standards, current laws, and university policy as it relates to the financial affairs of the University. Provides guidance, trains, and/or may supervise entry-level Accounting Assistants. ditional

Department Summary:

Monitors the general ledger accounts, financial reports, journal entry maintenance and reconciliation of all Libraries' accounts. Provides additional budget reports and provides financial accounting support. Assists the Director of Financial Affairs with budgeting issues. Attends financial and procurement meetings and serves as a liaison to other departments on campus such as Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable, vancement, Purchasing and Contract Management. Assists with all travel expense reports and reimbursements for all Library faculty and administrative personnel. Processes all orders for computer equipment and furnishings for University Libraries. Maintains spreadsheets for the cost of building security, postage, and income. Processes budget changes, journal entries and departmental transfers. Maintains a spreadsheet for memberships and recurring commitments, ensuring we meet our renewal dates. Monitors gift and endowment funds by receiving forecasted gains/losses for endowment income.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED and four (4) years of accounting or bookkeeping experience; OR associate's degree and two (2) years of accounting or bookkeeping experience; OR bachelor's degree.

Skills and Knowledge:

Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties. Excellent organization skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Excel, Banner modules, Word, Voyager, Axiom, Web-based systems, email. Understanding of University spending guidelines, travel polices, standing contract, bids and allowable expenditures on p-card.

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.