Financial Specialist I

Job Title Financial Specialist I Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Financial Administration Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Financial Specialist I, under supervision, provides receipting and disbursement services to students, faculty, and staff. The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

Assist Cashier II in receiving payments via telephone and mail-in and post to accounts. Using Touchnet, Banner, and credit card terminals. Count cash necessary to perform duties. Accepts cash, checks and credit cards from student walk-in's and receipts it accordingly. Using Banner and Touchnet. Verify scholarship updates in RPAAWRD. Assist in maintaining a Scholarship log for future terms. Review/Post retiree insurance payments to BPP System. Report daily Departmental deposits to the Manager of Treasury Services who are not in compliance. Files work study and bi-weekly request letters to be mailed or picked up. Prepares daily cashier check sheets and bank deposit ticket. 2% Stock night deposit box with proper envelopes. 1% Assist in training new cashiers. 1% Issues travel and petty cash checks in the absence of Staff Account. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Four years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Job Posting Close Date:

05/16/2026

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.