Accounting Associate

We’re currently searching for an Accounting Associate to join our Student Affairs Finance and Planning team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission. If you’re passionate about detailed recordkeeping, fiscal reconciliation, and general administration, read on.

• Join the Student Affairs Finance and Planning team, a department of business‑minded individuals who are transformative and service oriented.
• Report to the Assistant Director for Accounts Payable for Student Affairs in a regular twelve‑month staff appointment.
• Process invoices according to policies, reconcile vendor statements, assist in monthly reconciliation of encumbrances, and support daily office functions.
• Operate various computer systems, platforms, and networks.
• Communicate with internal and external customers to foster productive working relationships, meet deadlines, and cultivate a culture of compliance and financial stewardship.
• Produce work independently and within a team that is detail and quality driven, as well as action and solution focused.

• Associate’s degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience preparing purchasing documents, processing accounts payable, verifying and analyzing data, and reconciling vendor statements.
• Experience with Windows, Microsoft Office, and electronic mail.
• Experience handling time‑sensitive and confidential records.
• Previous customer service experience with a broad customer base.

• Experience with Banner and Hokie Mart, or other accounting software.
• Experience with Commonwealth of Virginia purchasing procedures.
• Proven ability to perform in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment with frequent interruptions.
• Experience working independently with limited supervision.

Base compensation between $50,000 and $55,000 per year. Comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, Virginia Tech discounts, and more.

Appointment type:
Regular. Overtime status:
Non‑Exempt (eligible for overtime). Hours per week: 40.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex, gender, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status. If you have a disability and desire an accommodation, contact Stacey Duncan at staceyd during regular business hours at least ten business days prior to the event.