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The Division is comprised of the Ferguson College of Agriculture and two state agencies: the Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station and the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
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Position Details: The successful candidate will join the finance team to provide financial services and complete financial related processes and tasks for multiple and specific units and departments as assigned.
This individual will support the Team Manager and team to prepare and review financial reports, reconciliations, revenues analyses, expenses analyses, encumbrances analyses, and assist with budget development and control for the departments they serve.
The successful candidate will perform accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, purchasing, and budgeting.
This position will work with the department heads, faculty members, and staff on the status of departmental and grant accounts.
The successful candidate will also work with other finance team staff as well as other Finance and Business Operations staff within the Division.
Accountant I or II title placement will be decided upon at time of hire based on education and experience.
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Special Instructions to Applicants
Submit a letter of application indicating interest and background along with a complete resume and three complete references which include name, address, and email address.
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required: Bachelor's in Accounting or related with 6 months related experience in accounting/bookkeeping.
Knowledge of accounting principles, accounting standards, fund accounting principles, and federal and state regulations and the ability to apply knowledge in appropriate job responsibilities
Knowledge and practical application of generally accepted methods and practices related to accounting and finance activities
Accuracy and attention to detail
Able to exercise great initiative independent judgment
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to manage several projects and tasks simultaneously
Critical thinking skills necessary to analyze problems and formulate solutions
Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English and prepare complex reports on deadline
Requires interaction with supervisors, colleagues, students, alumni, advisory committee members and the public, using diplomacy, discretion, and independent judgment
Computer skills: Must be demonstrably proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word and Excel), in addition to e-mail and Internet
Preferred: Five years’ job related experience.
Prior experience with the OSU Financial system preferred (Banner); work history shows progressively responsible financial positions.
Experience with QuickBooks is preferred.
Extensive experience in accounting, business and/or finance, a high level of integrity, an ability to work well with others and strong interpersonal skills.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students.
To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification.
Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.
Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions.
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