The University of Southern California Leventhal School of Accounting is seeking applications for a full-time Student Services Advisor I for Leventhal’s Undergraduate Programs. Reporting to the Director of Undergraduate Programs, the Academic Advisor will work collaboratively with the Undergraduate Programs team in supporting students in a top-ranked Bachelor of Science in Accounting (ACCT), Accounting Minor and the Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance (ACFN), a joint degree with the Marshall School of Business.

Our School is widely recognized in the top tier of accounting education. We are proud to welcome exceptional undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students from across the globe. As part of the USC Marshall School of Business, Leventhal has the unique fortune to be an accounting school within one of the top business schools in the world. 

Responsibilities and Duties

Provides academic advising for undergraduate accounting students; advises on matters of curriculum, course and degree requirements, Certified Public Accounting (CPA) licensing requirements, transfer credit evaluation, graduation requirements, career opportunities, and other mattersMonitors student progress, including students on probationMaintains accounting undergraduate students' records on the University’s Advisement Database, Advise USCEvaluates student problems (i.e., academic, administrative or personal) and refers student to appropriate faculty or student support personnel for additional counseling or support; coordinates with other offices on behalf of students to facilitate problem resolutionCoordinates registration activities, grading, verifies degree progress, enrollment and degree verification with the Office of Academic Records and Registrar; interfaces with faculty, administrators and students regarding grading policies, academic progress and student performanceAssists with petitions, applications, resumes and letters of recommendationAssists in the planning and coordination of student events such as orientation, networking events, the annual scholarship event and commencement; oversees student programming such as First Year Experience programs, student organizations and mentorship groupsAssist in the scholarship review process by participating in the Scholarships Committee to assess applications and support decisions for continuing studentsAssists in the preparation and/or updating of the website, student database, online scholarship application, bulletins, newsletters, handbooks, guides, fact sheets, brochures and other materialsMeets with prospective USC students including freshmen, external transfers, and internal transfers, either in individual appointments or through programs coordinated by the Leventhal School, Marshall School, or UniversityParticipates in Leventhal, Marshall, and University-wide activities and committees to become familiar with the Leventhal and Marshall Schools and to remain aware of the most up to date student-related policies and proceduresOccasionally works in the evenings, early mornings, or weekends for meetings or events

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, Business, or Student Advising Master’s degree Two years of directly related experience, preferably within an educational institution Ability to be flexible and adaptable in the face of changing priorities and fluctuating workloads Genuine interest in working with undergraduate students and developing relationships Strong written and oral communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong time management and organizational skills 

Anticipated Hiring Range:

The hourly range for this position is $29.68 – $33.16. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Required Documents and Additional Information

Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended, so please apply on the same business day if interested.USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions*; tuition benefits for staff and their family; free Professional Development classes; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses and free tram pick up services; discounts to sporting and other campus events.The University of Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer that Values Diversity.

Why join the USC Leventhal School of Accounting?

The USC Leventhal School of Accounting is ideally positioned to address the challenges of a rapidly changing business environment and is ranked as one of the country’s top schools for accounting. As a partner within the Marshall School of Business, students also have the opportunity to focus on finance, marketing, consulting, entrepreneurship and international business studies. USC Leventhal/Marshall builds on the unique opportunities that stem from its Los Angeles location on the Pacific Rim, its interdisciplinary and impactful research, the momentum generated by the University of Southern California, and the unparalleled engagement of the Trojan Alumni Family. With ready access to industries defining the new business frontier, including bio-technology, life sciences, media, entertainment, communications and healthcare, this vast network offers USC Leventhal has exceptionally strong connections with the support for success in the global marketplace. 

For more information on the USC Leventhal School of Accounting, visit: www.marshall.usc.edu/leventhal.

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