Position Title:

Accountant I - Printing Services

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in an accounting/finance role, ideally in a manufacturing environment
Experience working in a print manufacturing environment
Experience with procurement of inventory and goods, ideally in a manufacturing environment
Experience working in a higher education or K-12 education environment, or similar public organization environment
Experience with balancing and reconciling financial transactions

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Printing Services at Iowa State University is currently seeking applicants for an Accountant I position. The mission of Printing Services is to identify and efficiently provide Iowa State University\xe2\x80\x99s core printing needs, offering services that contribute to the success of Iowa State. Printing Services\' strategic vision is to provide appropriate printing services to the Iowa State community at a competitive price, a prompt turnaround time, and at top quality. The successful individual for this position will be responsible for a variety of accounting duties including:

• Performing accuracy check and billing of both internal (university) and external orders using department print-management system, in conjunction with university financial system.
• Preparing accounting reports, such as detailed income and expense reports along with financial analysis and forecasts.
• Interpreting data and identifying trends or deviations from standards.
• Identifying informational needs of management and revising or refining account structures/data accordingly.
• Preparing intricate journal entries, maintaining complex ledgers, preparing detailed cost accounting information, and reconciling/analyzing reports and ledgers.
• Deciding proper handling of financial transactions and approving transactions within designated limits.
• Maintaining a balanced budget by reconciling income and expenses in all accounts.
• Interpreting accounting data, analyzing reports, and recommending action to be taken.
• Advising and counseling on complex accounting matters to the department and/or university staff.
• Implementing and documenting changes in procedures affecting assigned function.
• Monitoring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and university regulations.
• Reviewing reports for errors or inconsistencies; investigating and correcting the problem.
• Keeping informed by researching and training on university and department financial systems.
• Communicating with customers to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to financial transactions.
• Performing and overseeing audits on printed university checks, in coordination with university Controller\'s Office, Accounts Payable department and Office of Payroll, Fringe Benefits Accounting and Compliance.

This person will also have responsibility associated with procurement and inventory management including:

• Managing material procurement by selecting cost-effective and high-quality materials through our in-house print-management system, in collaboration with the university\xe2\x80\x99s procurement system.
• Assisting and occasionally managing Request-For-Price and contract-bidding events for external service and supplies.
• Coordinating with external service suppliers to ensure accurate data is maintained and balances are paid appropriately.
• Maintaining a database of qualified suppliers.
• Maintaining an accurate and efficient virtual supply/material inventory system, in coordination with physical inventory.
• Adjusting reorder and on-hand inventory to ensure sufficient and efficient levels.
• Monitoring inventory reorder-reports regularly to ensure supplies are available when needed.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.


Level Guidelines

• Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision
• Grasps professional-level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode
• Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope
• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained
• Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate
• May lead projects of limited scope and complexity
• May provide guidance to students

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS806

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on \xe2\x80\x9cApply\xe2\x80\x9d and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: \xe2\x80\xa2 Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans \xe2\x80\xa2 Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans \xe2\x80\xa2 Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) \xe2\x80\xa2 Life insurance and long-term disability \xe2\x80\xa2 Flexible Spending Accounts \xe2\x80\xa2 Various voluntary benefits and discounts \xe2\x80\xa2 Employee Assistance Program \xe2\x80\xa2 Wellbeing program \xe2\x80\xa2 Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

May 2, 2024

Posting Close Date:

May 12, 2024

Job Requisition Number:

R14625