Fiscal Support Specialist - Generalist

Description

Job Description:

The Fiscal Support Specialist - Generalist is responsible for performing a variety of fiscal related tasks that are standard or regular support duties within Business Office, HR/Personnel, Payroll, and Financial Aid.  This position is governed by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Functions:

• Receives, reviews, and audits documents to ensure completion; verifies codes, calculations, authorizations and additional required information
• Performs data entry of various information, including requisitions, new hire, job descriptions, and time sheets in the appropriate system after reviewing the documents for accuracy
• Receives payments, verifies for accuracy, posts money and receipts, and processes funds following prescribed methods; deposits into appropriate accounts
• Maintains manual and computerized files
• Reviews files for accuracy and corrects information as needed
• Files documents alphabetically, numerically, or by other prescribed methods within designated timeframes
• Prepares forms, correspondence, reports and other documents utilizing appropriate software
• May communicate with students, vendors, and other customers to provide information regarding the status of accounts or other related transactions
• May assist with accounts receivables, accounts payables, human resources/payroll, and financial aid
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Knowledge of database accounting and management principles
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations regarding assigned section
• Knowledge of computers and software application programs
• Knowledge of customer service techniques
• Ability to record fiscal data and manipulate data to generate complex reports and documents
• Ability to conduct research and perform basic quantitative quality assurance reviews

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
  • two years of bookkeeping, basic accounting, billing, or related experience

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Preferred Qualifications:

• National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC).

Application Deadline:  February 13, 2025.  Interviews to begin immediately. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Application Procedure:

All candidates must apply online at https://www.seark.edu/careers.  Click 'Start Application' to complete the online applications.  Interested individuals should submit a completed Southeast Arkansas College Employment Application.  Please note:  All transcripts, certifications, and other credentials should be uploaded with your Resume and Cover Letter.  Paper documents will not be accepted.

Required Applicant Documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Certifications, licensures, or other credentials (Please note:  Official copies will be required upon offer of employment.)

All drivers operating a state vehicle or private vehicle on State Business shall participate in the Arkansas State Vehicle Safety Program, and must maintain a valid Arkansas driver's license in accordance with the requirements of all applicable Arkansas State Laws.