Finance/Accounting Specialist

Reviews, monitors and processes a variety of fiscal transactions. Reconciles accounts. Maintains records. Receives and accounts for cash transactions. Performs billing. Reviews accounts payable transactions for accurate documentation. Authorizes and processes payments. Performs purchasing functions. Develops and monitors budgets and financial reports. Assists in budget preparation and compiles information pertaining to budgets, accounts, inventories and other financial operations. Enters data onto spread sheets, ledgers, worksheets and/or other forms. Responds to inquiries; checks accounting transactions to resolve discrepancies. May support research administration activities such as monitoring grant funding and expenditures. Performs related responsibilities as required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Skilled communicator
· Ability to speak to groups of people
· Strong analytical and judgement skills
· Ability to work independently, yet understands the value of team work
· Must be skilled in Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint
· Experience in Procure-to-Pay is a plus
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Two years college with courses in accounting or business. Two years related experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience may be used.DATE CREATED/MODIFIED/REVIEWED: 12/08/06 AMM