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Accounting Assistant

Reporting to the Budget Manager, with input to the Executive Director of Facilities Management and Auxiliary Operations, the Accounting Assistant will be responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the budgets under the purview of the Executive Director of Facilities Management and Auxiliary Operations. This oversight includes ensuring funds are budgeted, where appropriate, and spent according to policy.

Prepare, process, and maintain accounting records, including general fiscal records, budget forms, purchase orders, supplier invoices, journal entries, and billing requests.

Prepare schedules, reports, and other documentation related to facilities budget management.

Manage central billing for Facilities from TCCS, Connections, Campus Safety, etc.

Manage and process expenses for all capital construction projects on campus.

Coordinate with Facilities office regarding accounting, project creation, and financial analysis.

Work closely with Procurement Specialist regarding Facilities requests for proposals and contract management.

Provide timely and effective support to vendors, ensuring clear communication, issue resolution.

Perform various support functions for office operations as assigned.

Active support for the College's Principles of Community and Principles of Diversity in the performance of job duties.

Ability to analyze and create budget reports, identify spending patterns, and project future expenditures as related to operating and project budgets.

Ability to adhere to the College's financial policies.

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with a diverse population of vendors, staff, faculty, and students.

Demonstrated ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing clearly and concisely.

Working knowledge of finances and accounting.

Strong interpersonal skills. Excellent service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. Ability using organizational skills to multitask in a high-volume environment.

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Proficiency in accounting software; experience with Workday a plus.

Strong understanding of general ledger accounting principles and practices.

Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or relevant field, or any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Previous experience with MS Office software and Workday Financials is preferred.

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This is a regular status, full-time, benefits-eligible, non-exempt position.

The regular hours of this position are Monday-Friday 8 : 00 am-5 : 00 pm. Hours may vary due to the needs of the College or department.

Hourly rate range : $20.00 - $22.00. The hourly rate of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.

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The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.

Ability to maintain good concentration level while dealing with interruptions; attention to details with emphasis on accuracy; capable of giving, receiving, and analyzing information, formulating work plans, and articulating goals and action plans.

Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time. Standing for extended periods of time. Reaching and extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than the whole hand(s), or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard. Communication skills using the spoken word. Ability to see within normal parameters. Ability to hear within normal parameters. Ability to bend and stoop, for example, to file. Ability to move about. Ability to lift and carry short distances up to 20 lbs., for example to lift or move office supplies, files, books and packages.

Regular employment at the College is for no specified period of time; conditions and status of employment (hours, pay, title, duties, etc.) are subject to change at any time. Scripps College is an At-Will employer. Employees, and likewise the College, are free to end the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without notice or cause, unless otherwise prohibited by law.