• Administrative Assistant to Accounting

    Colorado State University (Fort Collins, CO)


    Position Information

    Classification TitleTemporary Hourly

     

    Employment CategoryTemporary

     

    Is this an Hourly position?Yes

     

    Work Hours/Week0-40

     

    Overtime Eligible?Yes

     

    Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523

     

    Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?Yes

     

    Description of Work Unit

     

    The Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration.

     

    Search Contact [email protected]

    Position Summary

    This position will work closely with the Department Accounting staff, and interactions may include working with the following: Department Administrative Staff, Veterinary Teaching Hospital staff, the Department Accounting Supervisor, the Department Office Manager, and the Department Business Officer. The Department seeks a candidate with enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and someone who works well as part of a team as well as independently.

     

    This individual will have a broad range of responsibilities within the accounting section of Clinical Sciences. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational and communication skills. This individual will have abroad range of responsibilities within the accounting section of Clinical Sciences.

    Position Minimum Qualifications

    + Mid to Advanced Knowledge Microsoft Excel and Word

    + Understanding of Basic Accounting Principles

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience with Kuali Financial Systems

    + Experience in creating/updating Financial Reports

     

    Posting Details

     

    Working TitleAdministrative Assistant to Accounting

     

    Posting Number202500320T

     

    DepartmentClinical Sciences

     

    Salary Range$20-22/hr

    Employee Benefits

    Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

     

    + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/02/benefits-summary-hourly.pdf)

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    Close Date06/02/2025

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

     

    References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

    Background Check Policy Statement

    Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

    EEO

    Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

     

    Essential Job Duties

     

    Job Duty CategoryMisc Accounting Duties

    Duty/Responsibility

    + Performing day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables’ data

    + Performing account reconciliations

    + Responsible for procurement duties and vendor creation

     

    Percentage Of Time75

     

    Job Duty CategoryKuali Financial System

     

    Duty/Responsibility

    Prepare Kuali Financial System documents including but not limited to the following:

    + Advance Deposit

    + Requisition

    + Adjustment/Accrual Voucher

    + Cash Receipt

    + Distribution of Income and Expense

    + Work Order Authorizations

    + Account Maintenance

     

    Percentage Of Time25

     

    References

     

    Minimum References Required3

     

    Maximum References Required3

     

    Documents Needed To Apply

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + Cover Letter

     

    Optional Documents