Accountant

The University of Iowa, Accounts Payable Department is seeking a qualified Accountant to support various accounts payable duties with emphasis on evaluating and resolving voucher match exceptions on Purchase Orders and Ghost Cards. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Duties Include:

• Oversight of AP Receiving shared email account-respond to emails in timely and professional manner.

• Analyze and monitor key performance indicators for Accounts Payable

• Assist with identification of opportunities for automation.

• Assist with monthly accounting reports.

Location: 100% Remote within Iowa

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Salary: $43,240 to commensurate

For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience (typically 6 months) in Accounting and/or Accounts Payable.

• Must be proficient in computer software applications such as Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Good organizational and analytical/statistical skills with the ability to meet deadlines and multitask.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of automated accounting systems.

• Familiarity with University systems such as PeopleSoft, APPO, ePro and ProTrav.

• Knowledge of University business processes and procedures.

Position and Application Details:

To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. State agency employers in Iowa are required to use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. University of Iowa employees, including those who work remotely or out-of-state, are subject to E-Verify.

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