Job Title: Accounting Representative - Campus Recreation
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 56132
Department

Campus Recreation

Responsibilities

Assists with the fiscal management and accounting for Campus Recreation. Oversees accounts receivable and performs monthly reconciliations of accounts receivable for Campus Recreation accounts. Prepares journal entries, maintains detail and generates regular reports for multiple general ledger accounts. Utilizes accounting software to record and manage departmental invoicing and sales tax.

Serves as Purchasing Card proxy for all departmental card holders. Processes necessary reports for all charges, assists with internal control, and ensures all required documentation is submitted to appropriate areas. Maintains files for purchasing card transactions. Prepares monthly purchasing card reconciliations and oversees regular purchasing card audits.

Performs all revenue accounting duties to include recording all cash transactions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) including daily payments, transfers, journal entries, and other transactions into the department’s operating, holding, and reserve accounts. Obtains and verifies supporting documentation for transactions. Performs daily cash deposits and monthly reconciliations of the department’s cash journals to the University’s cash accounts.

Assists with year-end closeout procedures including closing entries, inventory audits, and preparing records for subsequent fiscal years. Performs other duties that support the mission of Campus Recreation and the Division of Student Affairs as assigned.

Serves as Travel Coordinator for the department. Acts in University Travel Representative role for department, assisting in submitting travel authorization requests, expense reports, and reimbursements for Campus Recreation Sport Club Travel.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; or a high school diploma/equivalency and four years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high education and experience equal to four years.)

Knowledge of and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, policies, procedures, correspondences, and other written materials.

Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures.

Ability to compile, review, and reconcile data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.

Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.

Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.