Accounting Specialist
Job Description
Join Our Team at Tallahassee State College Are you passionate about higher education and eager to make a real impact? Do you thrive in a collaborative and innovative environment where student success is the driving force? Tallahassee State College is excited to announce a full-time opening for the position of Accounting Specialist – P02345 with the Business Office . We’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to fostering a vibrant campus community. Why You’ll Love Working Here At Tallahassee State College, we’re not just shaping the leaders of tomorrow; we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every team member. As part of our College community, you’ll enjoy: A dynamic campus atmosphere where your contributions directly impact student success. A culture that champions continuous improvement, where students and staff alike are valued and empowered. A supportive team that encourages collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
What You’ll Do As an Accounting Specialist , you’ll play a key role in performing responsible and advanced work in the maintenance of complex accounting records and reports. Day-to-day, you’ll be responsible for: Entering fiscal documents and invoices associated with valid purchase orders, disbursement requests, and maintenance agreements; may also include documents related to travel, student events, or institutional memberships. Reviewing post-audits of Procurement Card Verification Transactions documents for completeness, accuracy, and procedural correctness. Maintaining an updated desktop procedure to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. Serving as back-up for post-audits and reviewing Travel/Expense Card Transactions for completeness, accuracy, and procedural correctness.
Who We’re Looking For We’re seeking a candidate who brings not only technical expertise but also a passion for education and student success. Our ideal candidate will have: Graduation from a standard high school or equivalency diploma. Three (3) years of bookkeeping or clerical accounting experience; or a combination of education and/or experience.
Bonus points if you have:
The ability to work 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Knowledge of policies and procedures, federal and state rules relative to financial aid awards, grants, loans, and scholarships, and basic accounting principles.
What We Offer We offer more than just a competitive salary of $37,650.57 - $40,662.62 annually. When you join the team at TSC, you’ll also enjoy: Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System. Opportunities for professional development. A generous leave policy, including paid holidays plus winter and spring breaks. A collaborative and inspiring campus community. Tuition waivers and tuition reimbursement programs for continuous learning. Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events.
A Little About Us Established in 1966, Tallahassee State College is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students from Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, as well as from throughout the state, nation, and abroad. TSC offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs, including associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and in-demand certifications. Consistently ranked as one of the top colleges in the nation, our vision is to be recognized as your College of Choice . Preference will also be given to veterans and spouses who are eligible under the Veterans' Preference Law. At the time of application, submission of Form DD214 is the minimum requirement for veterans' preference claim. Note: Please upload your DD214 as an attachment as part of your application at the time of submission.
***TSC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/E-Verify Employer*** The selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check. All persons are encouraged to apply. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources at (850) 201-8510. #J-18808-Ljbffr