Finance and Accounting Specialist

Hiring Department

Research Reactor

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Job Description

The University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) is seeking a Finance and Accounting Specialist to join MURR's Fiscal Operations and Services department. This position supports MURR's unique role in providing quality nuclear products and services, including radiopharmaceuticals for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, while simultaneously performing research in the nuclear and radiological sciences. This person should be detailed oriented and have strong communication skills, a background in finance and accounting, and a strong desire to provide excellent customer service.

Key Duties Performed by This Position Will Include

The Finance and Accounting Specialist reports directly to the Senior Manager, Finance and Accounting. The primary purpose of this position is to provide specialized support to the various fiscal related duties, tasks and responsibilities of MURR's Fiscal Operations and Services department.

• Assist and support MURR staff with procuring goods and services.
  • Obtain and/or review vendor quotes.
  • Research best prices and discounts, conferring with suppliers if necessary.
  • Places orders in ePro or with an assigned MU One Card.
  • Prepare requisitions for Sole Source Purchase Orders and Requests for Bid.
  • Update and maintain MURR's internal requisitions spreadsheet.
  • Assist with preparation of sole source purchase order/emergency request justification forms.
  • Process invoices as required.
  • Resolve issues resulting from incorrect orders, deliveries and invoicing.
  • Communicate with MURR staff on status of orders, requisitions and purchase orders.
• Assist and support MURR staff with travel arrangements and reimbursements.
  • Obtain and make flight, hotel and rental car reservations for MURR staff traveling on University business. Travel may be domestic or international.
  • Assist MURR staff with preparing travel reimbursement vouchers and reconcile travel receipts as needed.
  • Resolve issues with reservations, receipts and reimbursements.
  • Communicate with MURR staff on status of travel reservations and reimbursements.
• Assist and support the MU One Card application at MURR.
  • Request and issue One Cards to MURR staff and collect One Cards from departing staff.
  • Assist and train approximately 120 MURR staff who possess One Cards to ensure they are used properly and in accordance with University policy.
  • Collect, compile and data enter approximately 200-300 One Card receipts per month.
  • Investigate, recommend solutions or resolve problems with One Card usage.
• Assist and support the MURR external billing process.
  • Compile and analyze billing data for irradiated products and services from various sources.
  • Prepare monthly invoices and review for completeness and accuracy.
  • Examine and resolve billing and invoicing discrepancies.
  • Review payments received and claim those applicable to MURR.
  • Prepare aging report and review with MURR management.
  • Review outstanding invoices and contact external customers to request payment.
  • Routinely communicate with MURR's Customer Service staff and external customers.
  • Provide recommendations to improve billing and invoicing processes and procedures.
• Prepare internal entries, monitor account activity and maintain/update inventory.
  • Prepare journal entries, correcting entries, payroll correcting entries, cash received reports, cashier deposits, internal order forms, internal service entries, Non-PO vouchers and time database reports.
  • Monitor and reconcile monthly and bi-weekly payroll reports for approximately 200 MURR staff.
  • Monitor and reconcile expense entries for all products/goods/services and supplies purchases.
  • Maintain and update inventory records for equipment, vehicles, space, phone and select raw materials.

In Addition, The Individual Will

• Be knowledgeable of all University of Missouri policies and procedures related to finance and accounting and shall assist to ensure MURR's compliance.
• Collaborate and interface as needed with various campus departments including Supply Chain, Accounting, Finance, Legal, Facilities, Sponsored Programs and various academic units.
• Cross train with Fiscal Operations and Services colleagues and provide backup as needed.
• Gather, analyze and provide responses to MURR staff regarding various fiscal related questions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of a new QuickBooks Enterprise database to improve and enhance MURR's internal fiscal analysis and reporting functions.
• Properly steward University funds. Candidate shall perform all fiscal duties with honesty and integrity.
• Possess strong customer service skills and shall be committed to providing excellent fiscal support to all customers

Shift

Monday - Friday, 8:00-5:00pm

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of University of Missouri policies and procedures relating to procurement, accounting and finance.
• Experience with University of Missouri finance and accounting applications using PeopleSoft.
• Experience with commercial accounting systems such as QuickBooks.
• Experience with University of Missouri requisition, ePro and OneCard applications.
  

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $17.00 - $26.00 per hour

Grade: GGS-007

University Title: Finance and Accounting Specialist

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

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