• Job Description

  Req#: req19608

  Position Details
  Req ID:	req19608
  Position Title:	OSU Agriculture Accounting Specialist/Sr. Accounting Specialist
  Position Type:	Staff Full-Time
  Position Number:	631797
  OSU Campus:	Stillwater
  Department:	Div of Agricultural Sci & Nat Rsrcs
  Location Address:	101 ANSI , Stillwater, OK 74078-3033 USA
  Hiring Supervisor:	Cindy Cummings
  Hiring Range: (Contingent upon available funding):	14.50 - 22.00, Hourly
  Work Schedule:	Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, with one hour for lunch
  Faculty Appt Period:
  Job Summary:	The Accounting Specialist/Sr. Accounting Specialist position in Animal and Food Science Dept. will work in the financial group serving both the Animal and Food Sciences Dept. and Food and Agricultural Products Center (FAPC). Primary responsibilities will focus on accurate accounting and monitoring of expenditures to ensure adherence to OSU, DASNR, and funding agency policies. This will include, but is not limited to, close monitoring of budgets, timelines, and expense sub-codes. The position will require frequent and clear communication with departmental accounting staff, faculty, and accounting staff in other DASNR departments and administrative units. About Us: The Oklahoma State University Department of Animal and Food Sciences has distinguished programs in teaching, research, and extension. Building upon its tradition of excellence, our department discovers, develops and distributes scientific knowledge to advance the animal and food industries. For more information, visit: https://agriculture.okstate.edu/departments-programs/afs/about/index.html. There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU, check out our great benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html
  Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.
  Education & Experience
  Position Qualifications:	Required: High School/GED 2 years of experience in accounting/bookkeeping/finance/grants. Post secondary education may be substituted for experience. Self-motivation with the ability to work independently and a willingness to work collaboratively. The ability to identify problems, gather information sufficient to formulate solutions, and apply technical knowledge in solving problems is essential to success. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to compose written communications free from spelling or grammatical errors. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and dedication to follow action items through to completion. Ability and dedication to protecting confidential information and promoting a positive working environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, OSU financial system (Banner) and Quickbooks. Preferred: Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Economics with 2 years of Accounting/Finance Experience using Excel pivot tables for financial data
  Oklahoma State University (OSU) 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, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.

• About the company

  Oklahoma State University is a public land-grant research university in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

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