Accounting Clerk
Job Location:
Salt Lake, UT - USA
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Job Summary
If youre passionate about building a better future for individuals communities and our countryand youre committed to working hard to play your part in building that futureconsider WGU as the next step in your career.
Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online competency-based degree programs WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century one that has received praise from academic industry government and media leaders. Whatever your role working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.
The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
At WGU it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
Job Description
The Accounting Clerk performs a range of general clerical accounting and bookkeeping support functions for the organization. The Accounting Clerk supports WGU departments updates and maintains financial records and reports. This role may prepare accounting information to assist in producing financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in accordance with the mission core values and purpose of the organization.What Youll Do
Maintain accounting databases and ensure financial records documents and reports are accurate and up to date.
Support the preparation of financial statements summaries and other accounting-related reports.
Reconcile various financial records and identify discrepancies for timely resolution.
Assist with month-end reporting activities and accounting processes as needed.
Monitor student accounts associated with payment plans scholarships and other non-standard payment arrangements.
Partner with students vendors and internal departments to resolve billing payment and accounts receivable inquiries.
Support student retention and graduation goals through proactive outreach and inbound telephone support while ensuring compliance with university state and federal regulations.
What Youll Bring:
High School Diploma
<1 year of experience
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent analytical mathematical and problem-solving skills.
Experience using bookkeeping programs accounting software databases and Microsoft Office applications.
High degree of accuracy in data entry record keeping and financial reporting.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
High level of integrity professionalism and trustworthiness when handling sensitive financial information.
Bonus Points
Experience supporting accounts payable
High volume invoicing
Experience using Workday
What to Expect:
At WGU our mission drives everything we do including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations and collaboration.
We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission.
Introductory call
Hiring Team Interview
Work Location
This is a full-time in-office position requiring five days per week in our Salt Lake City Utah office designed to foster the collaboration and connection that fuel our best work.
Visa Sponsorship
While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Travel Requirement
This position requires occasional travel of up to 20% including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year). Additional travel may include conferences visits to company locations and other business-related events as needed. Additional travel may be assigned as needed to support business requirements.
Position & Application Details
Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical dental vision telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual 11 paid holidays and other paid leaves including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.How to Apply: If interested an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.
Additional Information
Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. Its not all-inclusive.
Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Western Governors University is an online university where you can earn an affordable, accredited, career-focused college degree at an accelerated pace.
