Controller's Office Student Assistant

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title
Controller's Office Student Assistant

Department
Controller

Terms and Hours
Part time, hourly.

Job Category
Student Employment

Hourly Wage
Portland Metro Minimum Wage ($16.30)

Job Summary

The Controller's Office administers and manages financial activities for the University. We are looking for a student who is willing and able to learn accounting. This position is a great opportunity for students who are interested in an accounting career to learn accounting through both classes and on-the-job training. The position reports to the Director of Accounting.

Core Duties

• Assist Accounts Payable with weekly check runs
• Prepare and enter journal entries into general ledger
• Scan documents into Etrieve and perform monthly quality control audits of the documents
• Reconcile general ledger accounts
• Prepare monthly billings for third party receivables
• Assist with annual financial audit
• Assist with special requests or projects from the department
• Other relevant tasks as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have strong commitment to confidentiality
• Must have good computer skills, including but not limited to Excel, Word, Banner, etc.
• Must have good communication skills
• Able to work independently as a well as in a team-oriented environment
• Must be able to work 25-29 hours per week during Summer 2024 and work 10-12 hours per week during the academic year

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference given to a sophomore student seeking an accounting degree
• Preference given to a student who is willing and able to work during the summer and over breaks

Physical Requirements

• N/A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
SE906-2023

Number of Vacancies
1

Estimated Start Date
02/09/2026

Open Date
01/21/2026

Close Date
05/29/2026