East Tennessee State University - Johnson City, TN
posted 26 days ago
The Office of Tax and Revenue is seeking a Temporary Accountant to join their team. This position is crucial for maintaining the financial integrity of the department through various accounting functions. The primary responsibilities include reconciling accounts, preparing fiscal year-end reports, collecting receivables, and assisting with the onboarding of a new finance system. The role also involves handling cash receipts and performing data validation to ensure accuracy in financial reporting. The work environment is flexible, allowing for hours between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, which supports a work-life balance for employees. As a Temporary Accountant, you will be expected to apply your knowledge of generally accepted banking, personnel, billing and collections procedures, and contract law. Familiarity with PCI compliance and accounting principles is essential. You will also need to demonstrate proficiency in proper reconciliation procedures and an understanding of applicable federal and state laws. The ability to work with personal computers, particularly Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel, is necessary for this role. Effective communication skills are vital, as you will be interacting with both internal and external stakeholders, providing excellent customer service, and establishing effective working relationships with students and employees. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a business-related field, along with at least one year of experience in accounts receivable or general ledger accounting. Student-worker or internship experience will be considered as part of the required experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be acceptable. Preferred qualifications include experience in higher education and knowledge of specific systems such as Banner Student, Banner Finance, and Oracle.