Scheduled Hours
40Position Summary
Position provides direct supervision of purchasing/accounting function that handles research funds, check requests, travel documents, purchase orders, payroll and accounting documentation.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Formulates grant and study budgets according to established norms, enters documentation, secures approvals and establishes multidisciplinary research project control.
- Authorizes expenses on grant studies and related departmental or project study accounts.•
- Process documents such as check requests, travel documents, purchase orders, blanket orders, invoice statements and various types of documents handled through office.
- Records, maintains and process functions related to various equipment used in accounting processes.
- Processes payroll and appointments for academic and staff personnel. Maintains departmental personnel files and assists with benefits administration.
- Assists supervisors with the hiring process including job requisitions, PHS entry and appointment screening.
- May supervise staff responsible for purchasing, payroll and/or accounting.
- Distributes and screens mail, routing to appropriate staff.
- Copies documents for distribution for signature
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or a related field.
- Working knowledge of general accounting equipment, computer programs and systems with communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent high school certification, with some college-level accounting coursework; and five years’ experience in accounting/bookkeeping.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or a related field and one to three years’ experience in accounting/bookkeeping may substitute.
Grade
G08-HSalary Range
$21.17 - $32.85 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email[email protected]or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
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