Payment Disbursements Accountant
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Job Location:
Harrisonburg, LA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Working Title: Payment Disbursements Accountant
State Role Title:Financial Services Specialist II
Position Type:Full-time Staff (Classified)
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Finance
Department: 100727 - Cash and Investments
Pay Rate:Maximum Starting
Specify Range or Amount: $57734.00
Is this a JMU only positionNo
Is this a grant-funded positionNo
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionNo
Beginning Review Date:01/05/026
About JMU:
At James Madison University (JMU) were more than just a publicly funded institution were a vibrant welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation collaboration and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.
Why Work at JMU
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:
Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation sick leave parental leave community service leave and 19 paid holidays annually.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources events and support.
Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.
At JMU we believe in Being the Change and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow contribute meaningfully and feel supported every step of the way.
Discover what makes JMU a great place to work: Information:
The Cash & Investments Office seeks a Payment Disbursements Accountant to support the universitys mission. We enhance the universitys financial resources with reliable comprehensive and timely cash management services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage electronic and paper disbursement functions. Ensure information posted is complete and accurate. Manage assigned bank reconciliations. Manage the universitys electronic payables applications. Provide courteous and timely service when working with vendors to paid electronically campus customers and external contacts such as auditors and bank representatives. Coordinate scheduled system testing processes for department as required. Serves as backup for designated staff positions as needed. Learns and abides by relevant university policies and procedures. Assists with updating departmental procedures as appropriate.
Qualifications:
-General working knowledge of accounting principles as defined by GAAP.
-General working knowledge of office procedures and practices.
-The ability to work independently with minor supervision.
-Ability to work effectively with employees both within the department and across the University community.
-Ability to work effectively under pressure when necessary to meet deadlines.
-Expertise in Excel or a comparable spreadsheet tool.
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age color disability gender identity or expression genetic information national origin parental status political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access inclusion and diversity for all students faculty staff constituents and programs believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
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Reasonable Accommodation:
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Key Skills
- Internal Audit
- Accounting Tally
- General Ledger Accounting
- External Audit
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Payroll
- Financial Recouncilation
- Financial statement
- Accounting and Finance
- ACCA
- CPA
- Financial Reporting
