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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Account Coordinator - Boca Raton, FL.

This position will serve as the Athletics Accounting Coordinator within the Athletics Department and support the financial accounting functions for the Athletics Business & Finance Office.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Responsible for preparing journal entries.

Prepare balance sheet and revenue reconciliations, including ticket sales, per seat contributions, accounts receivable, deferred revenue, etc.

Assist with daily deposits of cash/checks and accurate recording of credit card/other sales.  Ensure appropriate documentation is maintained for audit purposes and compliance with proper policies and procedures.

Prepare, analyze, and send monthly budget reports for all sports and administrative units.

Perform quality control review of all financial transactions and propose correcting entries on a regular basis.

Assist with the preparation of annual athletics financial reports for the NCAA, Conference, and University.

Review and approve expense reports when requested or required.

Assist with the creation and modification of purchase orders.

Review Accounts Payable activity and work with vendors when necessary to ensure payments are accurate and up to date.

Assist with the creation of manuals/job aids for the Athletics Business & Finance Office.

Interact internally with Purchasing, Cashier’s Office, Budget, Foundation, and other Campus departments.

Assist Athletics CFO in other functions as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks 

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: 

Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 

State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service 

Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php 

Sick Leave Pool Program 

Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf  

Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php 

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.

Experience operating Workday system required.

Strong planning and organizational skills to balance and prioritize work required.

Strong communication skills required.

Working knowledge of Excel required.

Salary:

$53,000 per year.

College or Department:

UA: Business & Finance / Equipment Management

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Weekends and nights as necessary.

Application Deadline:

2024-09-11

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.