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Position Information

Posting Number 20111713 Position Title Accounting Associate #499364 Template Title Position Type Staff Position Number Department Accounts Payable Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

Responsible for daily operations in the Accounts Payable department including computerized invoice payments, check processing, and accounting projects. Prepare invoices and vouchers for payment using local and state funds. Post payments via Purchase Orders, Invoices and Request-To-Pay Vendor forms on the Sungard Higher Education Banner Financial System as well as the University’s eProcurement system. Make accurate decisions regarding the validity of payments based upon Lamar University and State of Texas rules; this also requires analyzing the documentation and back-up documentation for legitimacy and legality. Review this documentation to make the appropriate general ledger accounting code decisions. Daily, accurate data entry. Update and maintain computerized vendor files on both the Lamar and Texas Comptroller’s computer systems. Run computerized check processes. Monitor error listings and make necessary corrections in state and local systems. Void and reissue checks. Process incoming and outgoing mail. Research accounts payable problems in the general ledger. Keep up-to-date on new rules and regulations with both Lamar University and the Texas State Comptroller. Provide accurate and pleasant customer service to University vendors, personnel and students. Research and resolve vendor inquiries regarding payments. Respond to internal and external requests for information. Provide supporting documents for local and state audits. Maintain filing system and scanning of Accounts Payable documents. Assist with 1099 Misc Tax form processing. Type documents and other reports as needed. Provide back-up for the travel department. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma; some college classes with two (2) years of accounts payable experience OR 3 years accounts payable experience. A working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel.

EEO Statement

Lamar University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

A working knowledge of Sungard’s Higher Education Banner Financial System, the State of Texas Uniform Statewide Accounting System, and SciQuest or any online eProcurement system preferred.

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary $22,656 Work Hours Application Information

Posting Date 03/14/2019 Close Date 03/22/2019 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? FAILURE TO EMAIL THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED DOCUMENTS PER THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY IMPACT VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: To claim Veteran's Preference under the law you must be: (1) a veteran, including a veteran with a disability; (2) a surviving spouse of a veteran killed on active duty who has not remarried; or (3) an orphan of a veteran if the veteran was killed while on active duty. If claiming Veteran's Preference, you MUST immediately email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu your specific supporting documentation at the time of application such as the DD Form 214 (member 4 copy), AND, if applicable, the Dept of Veteran's Affairs Verification of Disability Benefits Letter if claiming a service related disability, a DD Form 1300 to include qualifying Death, Birth, and Marriage Certificates if claiming surviving spouse/orphan. Your email MUST also include your name, position number, job title and the department for each position you are applying for. Documents received after a position closes will not be accepted.
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
   • High school diploma or GED
   • Some College
   • Associate's Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • PH.D
   • Other Terminal degree
3. * How many years of full-time work experience do you have in accounting or a related field?
   • None
   • 1-3 years
   • 4-6 years
   • 7-9 years
   • 10-12 years
   • 13-15 years
   • More than 15 years
4. * Please rate your knowledge and experience of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
   • Beginner - Knowledge of MS Office Programs (Word & Excel)
   • Intermediate - Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint)
   • Moderate - Knowledge & Experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Access)
   • Expert - Knoweledge & Experience using MS Offic Suites (All programs)

Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Interest
2. Miscellaneous