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Staff Accountant

University of Dubuque

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ID: NFVCeTdKdnJxcER3aEht

Posted On 09/24/2025

Job Overview

The University of Dubuque is a growing University that is seeking a **Staff Accountant** in the Business Office. The University of Dubuque offers an excellent benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and a retirement match.

Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department by performing a variety of accounting tasks, including processing journal entries, reconciling accounts, tracking fixed assets, and assisting with audits. This position provides financial support to faculty, staff, students, and vendors by handling check requests, invoices, purchase orders, and refunds.

Primary Responsibilities:

+ Perform and post daily journal entries to maintain up-to-date general ledger records

+ Review and approve check requests and purchase orders for compliance and budget alignment

+ Gather and summarize data by departments for surveys or other needs

+ Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students and vendors

+ Assist with annual financial audits by providing necessary documentation and support

+ Assist Controller with various accounting and financial tasks as needed

+ Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's _Mission_

Skills and Abilities:

+ Excellent organizational and communication skills

+ Demonstrate high level proficiency skills with Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

+ Strong ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple ongoing projects at a given time

+ Ability to relate to a culturally diverse university community and interact effectively with others as well as work collaboratively with other departments

+ Ability to establish/maintain appropriate and effective communication and interpersonal relations throughout the campus, college, and the local community

+ Ability to use discretion and confidentiality in department and University matters

+ Ability to remain seated at a workstation for extended periods of time

Qualifications:

+ Associate degree is preferred

+ Minimum of two years of related experience is preferred

To apply with a growing University for the **Staff Accountant** position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and UD employment application, located on our website, to [email protected] or to the Director of Human Resources, at the University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001.

Applications from qualified persons with diverse backgrounds and cultures, including women and persons of color, are welcomed. AA/EEO. For more information regarding the Jeanne Clery Act, please go to https://www.dbq.edu/SafetySecurity/JeanneCleryAct/

Primary Contact

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Human Resources -University of Dubuque

, HR

563-589-3364

Phone

Phone

Phone

563-589-3682

Fax

[email protected]

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Job Details

Categories

Accounting/Auditing

Education

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Company ID

1313

Job REQ #

NFVCeTdKdnJxcER3aEhtc2xkaVkwRTR0SnBUKzlzL0V5SkplWGp2SXI0TT0=

\# Positions

1

Start Date

20250924

End Date

20251102

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About the University of Dubuque

The University of Dubuque is a private, Presbyterian, coeducational, professional university with a foundation in the liberal arts. Our commitment is to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit as well as encouraging students to explore their fullest potential, is part of a rich Christian identity that dates back to the University's founding in 1852. Our welcoming interfaith community of 2000 students attracts young men and women from across the country and around the globe who seek the knowledge and the skills to make a difference in our ever-changing world. Within a values and faith base, we offer you an array of perspectives and broad exposure to our truly global society. The University comprises the undergraduate college, the graduate school, and the theological seminary.

Mission and Vision

The University of Dubuque is a private university offering undergraduate, graduate, and theological seminary degrees, and other educational opportunities with the intention of educating and forming the whole person. The University is comprised of individuals from the region, our nation, and the world.

As a community, the University practices its Christian commitments by educating students, pursuing excellence in scholarship, challenging students to live lives of worth and purpose, and preparing students for service to the church and the world.

Therefore, the University of Dubuque is committed to:

+ A hospitable Christian environment which respects other faith traditions;

+ Relationships which encourage intellectual, spiritual, and moral development;

+ Excellence in academic inquiry and professional preparation;

+ A diverse and equitable community where Christian love is practiced;

+ Stewardship of all God’s human and natural resources;

+ Zeal for life-long learning and service.