Accounting Specialist - UBA/Public Safety at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Accounting Specialist - UBA/Public Safety Location: Tallahassee, FL Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 61748 Department University Business Administrators - Public SafetyResponsibilities This position is responsible for providing professional support to the Florida State University Police Department (FSUPD), Emergency Management Services (EMS), Campus Access and Security (CASS), and Real Time Crime Center (RTCC). Responsible for overseeing day to day processes of purchasing, account receivable billings/internal auxiliary, disbursements, and travel.Responsible for overseeing day to day processes of purchasing, account receivable billings/internal auxiliary, disbursements, and travel. Ensures a sound environment of internal controls and compliance by monitoring and reviewing transactional processes. Interprets and communicate policies to leadership, officers, and staff and provides recommendations in order to support the mission and initiative of the client site while maintaining compliance with university policies and procedures.This position is responsible for providing professional support to the Florida State University Police Department (FSUPD), Emergency Management Services (EMS), Campus Access and Security (CASS), and Real Time Crime Center (RTCC). Responsible for overseeing day to day processes of procurement, account receivable billings/internal auxiliary, disbursements, and travel.Provides departmental procurement and P-card support including the processing of requisitions, purchase orders, P-card purchases, ePRFs, and contract renewals. Audits cash collection transactions to ensure that cash collection rules, regulations, and procedures of the University are adhered to and applied. Proxies p-card transactions and performs the monthly p-card reconciliation's for assigned cards. Ensures transactions are timely and accurately with the appropriate accounting information, description and follow State and University policies and procedures.Serves as the property custodian and liaison to Sponsored Research for Contract & Grants. Assists with special projects and assignments as needed that align with the goals and objectives of the department.Serves as the back-up for time and leave activities as well as administrative functions as needed.Qualifications A Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)University Information One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!Learn more about our university and campuses.FSU Total Rewards FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.How To Apply If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.Considerations This is an A&P position.This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.Equal Employment Opportunity FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.