Accounting Assistant 2

The University of Nevada, Reno ( UNR ) is recruiting for an Accounting Assistant 2 for the department of Academic Affairs. The Accounting Assistant 2 will be responsible for supporting the Fiscal Manager with financial and administrative duties.

The incumbent will be required to develop positive working relationships with UNR MED faculty in order to effectively perform their assigned duties.

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. We are an inclusive and engaged community and recognize the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.

Reno/Tahoe Area: Located just a 3 ½ hour drive from San Francisco, the Reno/Tahoe area is one of the country’s outdoor meccas. Within less than an hour drive you will find several famous winter sports resorts (such as Squaw Valley, the host of the 1960 Winter Olympic Games) and hundreds of mountain biking and hiking trails (including the 165-mile Tahoe Rim Trail) for your enjoyment during the winter and summer months. The region offers an array of festivals and cultural activities including museums and performing arts centers. Additionally, the area attracts world class entertainers.

For more information on Reno/Tahoe, please visit:

http://www.reno.gov/

http://www.tahoe.com/

http://livability.com/reno/nv

http://www.visitrenotahoe.com/reno-tahoe/what-to-do/arts-culture

http://renotahoe.about.com/od/parksrecreation/u/greatoutdoors.htm

http://www.davidsonacademy.unr.edu/

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of clerical accounting experience which must have included duties such as coding documents to distribute funds; preparing accounts payable and accounts receivable documents; using computer spreadsheets to record, track, manipulate and report data; balancing accounts; and identifying and applying established financial recordkeeping procedures; OR one year of experience as an Accounting Assistant I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Experience Requirements:

This position requires experience working in an accounting/finance environment.

Preferred Qualifications

A strong understanding of budget and financial principles.

Contact Information for this Position

Applicant Help Desk:

775-784-1495

classifiedjobs@unr.edu

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach the following to your application.

1. Resume/CV – List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.

2. Cover Letter – Optional

3. Three Supervisory References – Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.

4. Transcripts – Optional – If you have not graduated, please attach your transcripts to receive education credit for classes you have taken. Credit is given for classes relevant to the position.