Fiscal Specialist
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Job Number: 527612
Classification:Fiscal Technician 4
Grade:Grade 78
Work type: On Campus, Staff Full-time
Administrative Unit:University of Alaska Anchorage
School/Business unit:UAA VCAS Business Services
Location: Anchorage
Categories: Accounting/Finance/Grants, Business/Administrative/Personnel
Position Summary:Does working with budgets, Excel spreadsheets, and accounting numbers make your days enjoyable? We can fill that need! UAA General Support Services is seeking a motivated, dependable, skilled individual to join our team as Fiscal Specialist. This position provides support in all areas related to the fiscal operations and provides for a great deal of variety in tasks and the ability to continue to learn new things. Our unit is customer focused and team oriented. If you think we might be a match, we look forward to receiving your application!
UAA General Support Services includes the Copy & Print Center, Mailroom/Central Receiving, Surplus & Relocation, Recycling, and Property units. The Fiscal Specialist reports to the Fiscal Manger and provides support in all areas related to the fiscal operations of the department, including day to day AR and AP functions, and research/analysis/report preparation.
To thrive in this role, applicants should possess strong attention to detail and superb organizational skills along with the ability to handle multiple tasks, often switching between tasks as priorities dictate. The successful applicant will have advanced knowledge of accounting system functions and procedures (e.g. accounts receivable, accounts payable) as well as the ability to analyze and problem solve complex issues. This position is expected to be able to interpret and follow complex fiscal and purchasing policies, rules & regulations. Members of our team must be highly dependable and committed to strong customer service.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates degree in Accounting or related field plus three years related professional experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience in relevant fiscal functions in a business environment.Bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred.
Position Details:
This is a full-time, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package (https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/support/prospectiveemployees.php) . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule (https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/compensation/files/fy24_staff_salary_grid.pdf) , Grade 78, based on education and experience.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Steffanie Miller, Facilities & Campus Services HR Coordinator, at [email protected] or 907-786-1112.
Advertised: 23 Jan 2024 Alaskan Standard Time
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