Senior Account Clerk

Req Id: 31612

Job Title: Senior Account Clerk

Job Description:

Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:

We are currently seeking a full-time on-site Senior Account Clerk in our Bursar & Student Finance office. This position provides oversight for student organizations in an effort to ensure that appropriate fiscal controls are in place and that account management occurs in a timely, appropriate manner. The pay for this position is $18.00/hr.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide fiscal oversight for student activities conducted by recognized organizations.

• Analyze account balances for accuracy and fiscal compliance according to university and departmental policies.

• Reconcile cash-in-transit, university-issued purchasing card accounts, and ACH transactions.

• Respond to inquiries via email, telephone and in person to students and authorized agents.

• Complete student worker payroll for those participating in the federal work study program.

• Provide backup support to the front office clerks when needed.

Required Qualifications:

• An Associate degree in accounting, business, or a related field.

• 3 years of customer service experience with additional experience in cash handling/collection, and reconciliation.

• Proficiency in general PC applications - word processing and spreadsheets.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• The ability to effectively prioritize and organize workflow.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience at a university in accounting processes, spreadsheets, and an ERP system.

• Knowledge of university business office procedures.

Benefits:

• Free tuition through Purdue University Global.

• Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).

• Insurance starts on first day of employment.

• Generous Paid Time Off - additional PTO in December.

• Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/

Additional Information:

• Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information will not be reviewed by the hiring committee.

• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.

• A background check and misconduct will be required for employment in this position.

• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime)

• Retirement Eligibility: Non-Exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Posting Start Date: 5/9/24