Accounting Assistant, Aberdeen

Accounting Assistant

Northern State University is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support operations within the finance department. This role assists with purchasing, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and campus-wide training on purchasing systems. Key Responsibilities: Assist with purchase orders, requisitions, and vendor coordinationProcess invoices and resolve discrepancies Track expenditures and maintain financial records Support AP/AR and monthly credit card reconciliations Assist with journal vouchers and financial reporting Train faculty/staff on the state's purchasing system Ensure purchases comply with state laws and institutional policiesQualifications: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred 13 years of relevant experience in purchasing or finance Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel Full-time position with excellent benefits including; full health benefits, three weeks' paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, a retirement plan.Contact Information Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty and staff who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Cognitive Requirements: Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Pace-average, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written CommunicationPhysical Requirements: Carrying, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Climbing Stairs, Driving, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Standing for sustained periods of time, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)Sensory Requirements: Hearing, Speaking, Near Vision, Vision (With and without corrective lenses) Working Environment: Office Environment, Outdoors Environment Regularly commute between buildings for mail pick up/drop off, assist employees, find/assess inventory/surplus property. Required Documents:Resume Cover Letter Reference List