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The Account Clerk will work collaboratively with departmental faculty, staff, students, and other business units or areas. Perform various business functions to support the fiscal management process for organizational units. Tasks include account management for departmental and sponsored program grants, billing and cost center management, or gifts processing. Serve as a resource for areas of responsibility. May develop financial reports and analyze and resolve or recommend action on unique problems.

Hybrid or remote work will be considered for this position based on the candidate’s location and interest.

What We're Looking For:

Qualified candidates will need:

• HS Diploma/GED
• 3+ years of business-related experience

Skills needed:

• Experience maintaining spreadsheets and use of word processing for communication and documentation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail
• Motivated individual with ability to efficiently multi task, work under pressure, handle frequent interruptions, prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Thorough and professional with ability to identify and determine problems, analyze information and implement solutions
• Committed to professional standards in any situation, representing the University with tact and diplomacy while observing confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Must handle confidential information with discretion and be able to assume responsibility
• Ability to handle interruptions, work on own initiative, balance multiple and varied tasks, set priorities and meet critical deadlines
• Possess a proactive customer service orientation, active listening, critical thinking and decision-making skills

What is helpful:

• University business office experience preferred

Additional Information:

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Non-exempt (Eligible For Overtime) OR Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution OR Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Stream

• Administrative and Operational Support 2
• Pay Band: S040
• Job Code: 20002334

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