Principal Accounts Specialist

Position Summary:
This position will primarily be located in Heller Hall and is part of a west bank cluster that provides financial
services to the Global Programs and Strategy Alliance units. The employee is the primary preparer for
various financial documents and will need an understanding of our units' chart of accounts, along with
university policies/procedures. The position will also assist with our student finance processes, as well as
some payroll/HR functions as needed. This is a 100% appointment which requires at least 3 days per week
in the office.

Responsibilities:
Document Processing-50%
Review, code, enter, and monitor account transaction activities for the GPS Alliance
-Purchasing - UStores, Purchasing Cards
-Accounts Payables (non-study abroad) - including vendor maintenance
-Accounts Receivables - Foundation & Other
-Journal Entries - Internal sales, faculty/staff support, reconciliation adjustments
-Deposits
-Identify, review and resolve accounts transaction problems
-Oversee/manage electric file system for all documents per policy
-Assist developing adhoc financial/transaction reports as requested

Assist with Student Finance-30%
Sponsored/Exchange Students:
-Track student accounts
-Outreach to third-party billing to resolve issues
-Answer student questions about their bill
-Review financial guarantees/terms of appointments
-Backup Executive Accounts Specialist:
-Assist with study abroad billing
-Post scholarships, waivers, and emergency assistance to student accounts
Communication/Customer Service-10%
-Provide Chrome River training and support to staff as requested
-Onboard new staff about finance policy/procedures
-Communicate with non-finance staff regarding missing or incomplete documentation and explain the
University's policies and procedures to ensure compliance when processing these transactions
-Attend department staff meetings and provide informal in-person training as needed
-Monitor departmental email
-Manage mail/deposit runs between GPS units as needed

Payroll/Human Resource Unit Support -10%
-Work as a backup to the payroll specialist
-Provide back-up HR data entry for things like: job postings, appointment entry, additional payments,
background check requests, data clean-up projects, pay changes, and timesheet entry/review.
-Assist in submitting I-9s for new unit employees
-Assist in the reconciliation of payroll pre - and post-confirmation each pay period
-Assist in the organization of digital files

Essential Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED and two years general accounts transaction experience. Training/education may
be substituted for some of the years of experience.
Experience using Excel and Google Sheets
Demonstrated attention to detail
Demonstrated strong communication skills, both oral and written

Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to work independently
Demonstrated customer service skills
Experience using EFS and the U of MN Reporting Center
Experience or familiarity with international travel/study abroad
Experience working with sponsored projects

As the central international office for the University of Minnesota system, the Global Programs and Strategy Alliance drives the University's global strategy and connects faculty, staff, and students with the resources and expertise needed for personal and professional success. Our work advances three main initiatives: Empower students for global success, Bring the World to the U, and Ignite Global Innovation.

https://global.umn.edu/

Pay Range: $46,113.60 to $48,880 annually ($22.17- $23.50 an hour); depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).