Accountant I

About This Role:

The College of Agriculture/K-State Research & Extension’s Business Services unit is seeking an Accountant I will provide day-to-day accounting support.

The Accountant I will complete accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, post & reconcile in accounting system, may supervise students, answer faculty/staff inquiries, and manage daily office administrative operations.

This position will provide uninterrupted services and support to the following areas:

Accounts Payable

• Create payment documents and process vendor and internal department invoices in eForms
• Provide training and support to unit(s) for all BPC holders regarding receipts, expenditures, and monthly Concur submission
• Review and process travel related expenditures submitted by employees
• Review all documents for accuracy and address discrepancies with Accounting Manager as needed.
• Complete interdepartmental requisitions as needed and review monthly statements for services used by the assigned unit.
• Manage facilities and telecomm work orders and invoices

Accounts Receivable, Deposits & Foundation:

• Coordinate accounts receivables from department service and product sales.
• Process deposits, record CashNet and credit card receipts using departmental accounting system
• Process invoices, generate interfund vouchers
• Complete reimbursement requests and deposits to/from Foundation accounts using K-State’s Foundation’s electronic system (FIN)

General office support

• Serve as the first point of contact for the assigned unit(s)
• Answer and direct inquiries to the appropriate contact while using a positive, professional attitude
• Receive, send, and distribute mail
• Track, order, and replenish necessary office supplies
• Maintain electronic calendars, send list-serv announcements, facilitate vehicle requests, conference room reservations or assist with scheduling and events as needed or determined by supervisor or unit head.  

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits. 

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma and one year of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge or experience in accounts payable functions
• Higher education certificate or degree in a related field
• Computer proficiency/ability to learn new systems. This position uses Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, and K-State internal systems such as eForms and Concur.
• Experience responding to clients in a friendly and effective manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, determine priorities, take initiative and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail

Other Requirements:

Please submit the following documents:

1. Letter of interest
2. Resume
3. Name, email, and phone number of three professional references.