Senior Accounting Assistant

County: Miami-Dade

Region: Southeast Florida

Address: 1300 Memorial DriveCity: CZipcode: 33146

ALA accredited Masters required: No

The Senior Accounting Assistant plays a critical role in the fiscal aspect of the Libraries’ collection budget.  This individual is responsible for the day-to-day routine activities of the department.  These include invoice payment, financial tracking and account reconciliations.    The individual is also responsible for reconciliation of purchasing cards, wire transfers and vendor deposit accounts.  Responsibilities also include requesting and processing vendor application forms to have them included in the University authorized vendor network.  Additionally, the position calls for reconciliation of vendor statements.  This individual maintains a register of invoices to be reconciled with the Libraries’ financial system, reconciles with the University financial system, and prepares journal entries to transfer funds between accounts.

Education/Qualifications:

• High school diploma; Associate’s degree preferred
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience. Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and principles
• Experience in a library acquisitions operation, or a minimum of one year experience in bookkeeping/accounting
• Analytic and critical thinking skills
• Aptitude for accuracy and detail
• Ability to work cooperatively and productively with others
• Ability to work independently in a team environment
• Good oral and written English language communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficiency in Word Office Suite products
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat

Multilingual Skills Required: No

Contact Person: University of Miami - Coral Gables, FL

Contact Email: [email protected]

Contact Phone: 13052841561

How to Apply / Instructions:

Please visit our website: https://careers.miami.edu/us/en/job/R100082307/Sr-Accounting-Assistant