Accountant I/II/III

S4515P

Entomology and Plant Pathology

College of Agriculture

Accountant I/II/III

KA01 A/B/C

Full-time

No

The person selected for this position will assist the Entomology and Plant Pathology department head, faculty, and staff in managing all financial aspects of the department in a cost effective manner.

• Prepares and reviews expense vouchers, invoices, purchase requisitions or other transactions for the department of Entomology & Plant Pathology, in compliance with approved budgets and University/department procedures.
• Determines proper handling of financial transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and approves within designated limits, policies or contracts.
• Prepares budget reports, department allocation reports, inventory reports or other specialized reports or analysis on a regular or ad hoc basis.
• Corresponds with Procurement, Contracts and Grants Accounting, Budget Services, College of Agriculture Business Office, or other departments concerning accounting and financial information.
• Reviews, investigates and corrects errors in financial entries, documents and reports.
• May perform duties related to payroll, personnel actions or similar procedures.
• May assist faculty with preparation and financial analysis related to contract or grant proposals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Education and Experience:
Level I: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Finance, or a similar degree plus a CPA with no experience.

Level II: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Finance, or a similar degree plus a CPA plus 2 years of experience. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent

Level III: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Finance, or a similar degree plus a CPA plus 4 years of experience. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent

• Substitutions allowed for Experience:

When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

• • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to organize, prioritize work, and handle multiple tasks.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of financial management.
  • Ability to successfully work both independently and in a team environment.

 

Proficiency with various spreadsheets and database programs such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

$42,330 – $87,700

Business/Accounting/Finance

Auburn

Alabama

06/13/2025

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