What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at South Dakota State University?
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The Accounts Payable Department at South Dakota State University is seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated professional to join our team as an Accounts Payable Specialist. The Accounts Payable Department is responsible for the timely and accurate processing and recording of payments to outside vendors, ensuring compliance with University guidelines as well as state and federal regulations. This role is essential in maintaining smooth financial operations and supporting the University’s commitment to efficiency and transparency in its financial practices.
Job Responsibilities This position involves understanding the operations of South Dakota State University’s Accounts Payable (AP) function, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures from the State of South Dakota, South Dakota Board of Regents, and the University. Responsibilities include serving as a backup for key AP tasks, ensuring proper reporting of taxable transactions, and leading training programs on AP and Purchasing topics.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of :
- General GAAP / GASB standards.
- IRS rules and regulations
- Computer systems and software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Banner, and Other)
- Collaborate with teams to address skill gaps and improve performance.
- State, SDBOR, and University policies and procedures
Skill & Ability to :
Comments : This position is classified as an Accountant. South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the university to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to the university’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4 : 14. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
Benefits : South Dakota State University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee, spouse, and dependents; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; educational assistance; retirement plans; and a generous vacation accrual and sick day allowance.
Salary : $23 - $26
