Accountant II; CS

Accountant II (CS27-055)

Salary: $48,000.00 - $54,000.00 Annually

Location:

Edwardsville, IL

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 01475

Organization: MUC Administration

Opening Date: 09/11/2026

Closing Date: 9/26/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA:
Determined by Position

Accountant II (CS27-055)

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Accountant II (CS27-055). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• The Accountant II gathers, prepares, interprets, and analyzes a wide variety of sales and financial reports each month for the Morris University Center & Dining Services leadership to utilize in making sound operational decisions.
• This includes preparing monthly and annual accrual financial statements and assisting with annual/quarterly budget preparation.
• The position also supervises the cash handling operation of the office, assists with student meal plan issues, and oversees vending commissions and vending issues across campus.
• Additionally, the Accountant II prepares internal and external accounts receivable billings and reviews/approves monthly electronic time/leave records for employees.

FLSA:
Exempt

• Any one or any combination of the following, totaling three (3) years (36 months), from the categories below: (a) Work experience and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field.
• (b) College course work and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field including 12 semester hours in accounting: 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months);
  Associate Degree (60 semester hours) equals 18 months; 90‑semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months);
  Bachelor's Degree or higher (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months).
• A total of two (2) years (24 months) of experience in professional level accounting work consistent with the next lower level of this series.
  
  Note:
  
  An advanced degree in accountancy or registration as a Certified Public Accountant may be substituted for one year of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an auxiliary/retail operation accounting department

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Problem-solving (Ability to tell when something is wrong; inclination towards solving problems)
• Organization and time management (Ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order according to a specific set of rules)
• Math skills (Ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem and to efficiently solve mathematical problems)
• Computer knowledge (Working knowledge of computers, computer systems, and accounting software)
• Communication skills (Ability to relay information in speaking so others will understand and to understand what others say)
• Teamwork (Ability to work well with others)
• Independent decision making (Ability to exercise independent judgment)
• Broad accounting knowledge (Up-to-date knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, as well as relevant laws and regulations; ability to apply accounting theory to routine accounting problems)
• Customer service orientation (Ability to assess customer needs, meet quality standards for service, and evaluate customer satisfaction)
• Clerical knowledge (Knowledge of word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, managing inventory, etc.)
• Written composition (Ability to compose complex written material; knowledge of grammar and punctuation, spelling, etc.)
• Ability to operate office accounting machines and equipment

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