• Job Description

  Req#: R-13540

  Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

  June 1, 2025

  If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

  Available Title(s):

  151E-YN_CS_NPS - Fiscal Specialist 1

  Business Title:

  Accounts Payable Specialist

  Employee Type:

  Classified

  Position Details:

  The Opportunity:

  The Payments Specialist performs transactional production of expense payments for Washington State University Colleges and Extension Campuses. Under general supervision the essential function of this role is to provide fiscal support as a member of the Payment Services team. The role reviews expenses, determines proper handling of a wide variety of transactions, assists with reconciliations, and performs the final compliance review prior to expenditure of WSU resources. Using independent judgment, the Payment Specialist will audit and process various invoice documents and requests for payment in a high-volume environment. Works cross-functionally with the procurement and accounting teams to follow internal controls established by governing boards. Provides exceptional customer support as it relates to the Payment service functions to both the university community and external partners. The position completes payments to suppliers, reimbursements, and expenses in accordance with the policies and procedures of the university in an accurate and timely manner.

  Additional Information:

  This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

  Monthly Salary: $3,477 to $4,632 | Range 40 (Steps A-M) | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

  
  In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
  
  Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

  Required Qualifications:

  • Three years of fiscal record keeping experience; OR equivalent education/experience.

  • One to three years of accounting, finance, or closely related experience; education may be substituted for each year of relevant professional experience.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Applications and ERP software.

  • Attention to detail.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

  • Problem solver that can handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a timely manner in a high-volume environment.

  • Strong communication skills to clearly explain options and solutions to customers.

  • Actively participate in team building activities, create positive morale, and promote an inclusive office atmosphere.

  
  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Work experience with Workday.

  • 12-24 academic credits in a business discipline.

  • Familiar with WSU policies and procedures related to Payment Services and Procurement.

  • Previous professional experience in at Washington State University or another academic institution.

  
  About Department/College/Area/ Campus - https://acctspay.wsu.edu/
  
  Area/College: Business and Financial Services
  Department Name: Payment Services
  Location: Pullman, WA
  
  Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
  
  1) Resume
  2) Cover Letter
  
  External candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application.
  Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.
  
  Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
  
  Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
  
  Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

  Time Type:

  Full time

  Position Term:

  12 Month

  Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

  WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

  WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

  Notice of Non-Discrimination

  In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.

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  More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

• About the company

  Washington State University is a public land-grant research university in Pullman, Washington.

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