Accounting Associate, Accounts Payable

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States The University of Chicago Full time

Job Summary

The University of Chicago seeks an experienced Accounting Associate to join its Financial Management team. As an Accounting Associate, you will be responsible for assisting campus clients with processing correcting entries, responding to inquiries, and providing guidance on transactional corrections.

Responsibilities

  • Process corrections, ensuring any requested changes are properly approved, prepared, reviewed, and recorded according to institutional policies and procedures.
  • Ensure quality of payment processing and reporting within assigned deadlines to avoid penalties.
  • Provide consistent, quality customer service to the University community in facilitating customer transactions.
  • Collect, interpret, and perform routine analyses of payables data.

Requirements

  • Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.
  • Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through certifications.
  • Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration, a minimum of two years of business experience, and a background in a customer service environment.

Technical Skills

  • Working with Oracle Cloud.
  • Background working with Microsoft Excel, Word, and databases.
  • Familiarity with administrative processes, procedures, and systems within a university setting.

Preferred Competencies

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Project management and proven problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Identify payment discrepancies and oversee all required research to resolve issues.

Application Documents

  • Resume/CV (required)
  • Cover Letter (required)
  • References Contact Information (3) (required)


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