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Senior Department Accounting Assistant

2 months ago


St Louis, Missouri, United States Washington University in St. Louis Full time
Job Summary

The Senior Department Accounting Assistant will serve as the key contact for Research Center administrators on day-to-day administrative operations. This position will provide direct supervision of purchasing/accounting function that handles research funds, check requests, travel documents, purchase orders, payroll and accounting documentation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Formulate grant and study budgets according to established norms, enter documentation, secure approvals and establish multidisciplinary research project control.
  • Authorize expenses on grant studies and related departmental or project study accounts.
  • Process documents such as check requests, travel documents, purchase orders, blanket orders, invoice statements and various types of documents handled through office.
  • Record, maintain and process functions related to various equipment used in accounting processes.
  • Process payroll and appointments for academic and staff personnel. Maintain departmental personnel files and assist with benefits administration.
  • Assist supervisors with the hiring process including job requisitions, PHS entry and appointment screening.
  • May supervise staff responsible for purchasing, payroll and/or accounting.
  • Distribute and screen mail, routing to appropriate staff.
  • Copies documents for distribution for signature.
  • Reviews and approves documents such as expense reports, travel documents, purchase orders, blanket orders, invoices, spend authorizations, and other documents.
  • Provide regular reporting of expenditures across the division.
  • Maintain asset data and lead annual inventory process.
  • Engage in special projects such as division financial planning initiatives and research symposia.
  • Record and maintain process flows related to accounting functions.
Working Conditions

This position is located in a normal office environment. The physical effort required is typically sitting at a desk or table with repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.

Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
  • Some college-level accounting coursework.
  • Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business.
Benefits

Washington University in St. Louis offers a competitive benefits package, including up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. The university also provides a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more.

Eligible employees also receive a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods. Additionally, the university covers the cost of tuition for employees and their families, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with the university.