General Description of the Position

The Account Analyst II performs a wide-range of financial related responsibilities within the Division of Finance and Administration. Account Analysts are responsible for receiving, verifying, and processing invoices, expense reports, and reimbursements related to accounts payables in a timely and efficient manner. The Accounts Payable department is a high-volume work environment responsible for monitoring the outflow of the capital for the University. The incumbent reports to the AP Specialist.

Essential Functions & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The following are the functions essential to performing this job:

• Perform day-to-day data entry of financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.
• Accurately review documentation, code, reconcile and process vendor invoices, which may include verification of tax status, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies.
• Research returned checks
• Evaluate all check requests and monitor accuracy of payments and process credit statements and invoices
• Respond to vendor inquiries via email and/or phone
• Process reimbursement requests and expense reports
• Assists and supports in the annual audit functions
• Understand and respond to basic duties within the Accounts Payable department to assist when necessary, including providing information and answering the telephones
• Perform other accounting, administrative support, and customer service duties as assigned

• Reliable and extremely trust worthy
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Data entry skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency in English and MS Office
• Understanding of expense accounts and cost centers
• Understanding of compliance issues around accounts payable processes (W9, Sales, Tax, etc.)
• Self-directed and dependable team player

Qualification Standards

• Associates Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field or high school diploma with three years of equivalent combination of education
• Two years of experience using MS Office, Banner, or similar systems
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), time management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service skills for a diverse population of stakeholders, to include assessing the needs of the customer; meeting established quality standards for service, and exercising creative techniques, critical thinking skills, and sound judgment to resolve problems
• Demonstrated ability to exercise confidentiality, professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.
• Proven track record of meeting performance/productivity goals on a consistent basis, with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail demonstrated in all phases of work.

Performance Standards & EEO Statement

The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Demonstrated knowledge of DSU Fundamentals, the University’s vision, mission, goals, and core values, and contributions in support of those fundamentals
• Maintains confidentiality and integrity regarding all matters of Delaware State University
• Adheres to Delaware State University and departmental policies and procedures
• The quality of work product and work ethic demonstrated, including efforts to ensure excellent customer service
• The level of professionalism, effective interactions, and working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Attitude and attendance necessary to ensure positive and productive work environment

EEO Statement

Delaware State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.

Equal opportunity employer/program'' and “auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities''.

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