Accounting Assistant I

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Closing Date:

01/02/2026
Type of Position:Accounting

Workstudy Position:

No
Job Type:Regular
Work Shift:Day Shift (United States of America

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:Cashiers Office

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Summary of Job Duties:The Accounting Assistant I will receipt student payments, departmental deposits, student and non-student lockbox payments, student loan payments, and student organization deposits. The Accounting Assistant I is also responsible for managing and balancing a cash drawer which includes scanning checks for deposit. This position assists students with questions or concerns regarding their student account in person or by phone. The position also assists students and employees in picking up various check types, and mail or email correspondence regarding checks as needed.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• The formal equivalent of a high school diploma

• At least six months of experience in customer service, clerical work, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using the University of Arkansas UAConnect Student System

• Experience with the University of Arkansas Workday system

• Banking or heavy volume cash-handling experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of database accounting and management principles

• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations of assigned section

• Knowledge of computers and software application programs

• Knowledge of customer service techniques

• Ability to record fiscal data and manipulate data to generate complex reports and documents

• Ability to conduct research and perform basic quantitative quality assurance reviews

• Ability to communicate using clear communication skills which could include but not be limited to the following methods: personal face-to-face contact; using e-mail or other written correspondence; through telephone contact

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$36,

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist,

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site   

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity:Hearing, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:N/A
Benefits Eligible:Yes

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