Overview
A Shared Service Centers (SSC) Finance team is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support financial business activities for assigned units, departments, and centers. This role involves working closely with the SSC Finance Manager and/or Director to provide accurate and timely financial information, ensure efficient transaction processing, and deliver excellent client service.
This position is fully remote with occasional in-person meetings, trainings, and team events. Due to state employment laws, candidates residing in California, Delaware, Idaho, and Minnesota are not eligible for this remote position.
Responsibilities
Purchasing and Resource Management (60%)
- Process payments and purchase requisitions through university financial systems, ensuring appropriate account and funding allocation.
- Develop unit processes to verify funding sources and resource availability for purchases.
- Audit and review procurement card purchases for compliance with university, endowment, and KUCR accounting policies.
- Manage travel reimbursements, reviewing travel requests for compliance with laws and regulations, and process payments accordingly.
- Maintain knowledge of university purchasing, bid procedures, contracts, and federal regulations.
- Process accounts receivable transactions and collaborate with the Finance Manager to resolve billing issues.
- Verify scholarship recipients, process posting forms to Financial Aid and Scholarship offices, and provide data and reports to department leadership.
Fiscal Operations Monitoring (30%)
- Participate in day-to-day fiscal operations ensuring compliance with university, endowment, and KUCR accounting principles and policies.
- Monitor posted expenses, process cost transfers as needed, and identify discrepancies to supervisors and department leadership.
- Assist the Finance Manager in informing and supporting Directors/Chairs with operational and budgetary needs.
- Provide financial information and non-standard reports to assist in annual budget development.
- Prepare budgetary, statistical, reconciliation, and other reports for leadership and SSC management.
- Monitor accounts receivable, revenues, and expenses as necessary.
- Escalate questions appropriately to the SSC Finance Manager or department leadership.
Other SSC Responsibilities (10%)
- Coordinate with central finance on interpretation and communication of finance policies, procedures, and programs.
- Review and recommend changes to department and SSC procedures to ensure policy compliance.
- Prepare and update procedural manuals and instructional materials.
- Serve as a resource to department staff and faculty regarding policy compliance.
- Participate in department meetings and events to maintain knowledge and relationships.
- Attend meetings, training sessions, and professional development workshops as approved.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field OR High School Diploma/GED with four (4) years of relevant experience.
- Proficiency with PC/Windows environment including MS Word and MS Excel.
- Excellent written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with financial ERP systems such as Oracle Financials (FITC), Concur, Maximo, or Central Square (OneSolution).
- Experience with fund accounting.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience creating informational and training materials across various media.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
Compensation & Benefits
- Advertised salary: $42,000.00 annually.
Location
- Fully remote position with occasional in-person requirements.
- Candidates must reside outside California, Delaware, Idaho, and Minnesota due to state employment restrictions.
Application Process
Applicants must submit:
- Cover letter addressing required and preferred qualifications.
- Resume.
- Contact information for three professional references, including at least one current or previous supervisor.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application review begins Monday, July 6, 2026, and continues until a qualified pool is established.
Anticipated start date: Sunday, July 19, 2026.