Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Position Summary

The University of South Alabama's Payroll department is seeking to hire an Accountant I.

• Monitors and reviews daily audit trail to identify file maintenance errors.
• Recommends actions needed to correct errors and follows up to ensure that action is taken.
• Processes ACH rejects.
• Monitors and adjusts supplemental 401(a) tax annuity contributions to ensure the with holdings do not reach IRS or contract limits.
• Prepares monthly reconciliations.
• Remits payments for unemployment compensation and analyzes benefits claims.
• Monitors and notifies employees of expiration dates on W-4.
• Communicates with employees explaining the results of various deduction options on with holdings and net pay.
• Calculates, monitors, and taxes necessary travel and moving expenses.
• Utilizes a calculator and personal computer to prepare spreadsheets, journal entries, reconciliations and other reports.
• Utilizes the check writing system to reprint check stubs.
• Makes recommendations and assists in development and implementation of office policies and procedures.
• Assists with completion of special projects as required.
• Prepares and analyzes reports in Microsoft Excel.
• Supports other personnel during peak cycles.
• Covers other areas of responsibility during absences.
• Ensures confidentiality of employee information.
• Maintains regular and prompt attendance.
• Has the ability to work the defined schedule, including overtime and holidays, as required.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited institution approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Full time, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Main Campus.

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis.