Job Description

Responsible Employee
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Departmental Objective
Process financial transactions in accordance with State and University policies procedures.
Purpose of the Position
This position is responsible for supervising accounts payable staff and processing specific accounting transactions and controlling input into the Commonwealth Accounting System (Cardinal) and the University’s Accounting system (SCT Banner).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position
Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures

Knowledge of automated accounting systems

Excellent verbal and written skills

Ability to interpret and analyze fiscal transactions for conformity with Federal, State and University policies and procedures

Ability to research, analyze and reconcile financial data
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
Education:
High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma.

Experience:
Experience in an accounts payable office.
Experience using automated accounting systems.
Experience reconciling financial reports with financial records and making correcting entries in an automated accounting system.
Experience working with internal and external customers to discuss financial processes or issues.
Experience applying and interpreting policies and procedures and making recommendations and/or decisions.
Supervisory experience.
Experience with word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Additional Consideration(s)
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentration in Accounting or high school diploma or equivalent with combination of training and experience that equates to the degree requirement.

Experience:
Experience with Banner system.
Experience with Cardinal system.
Experience with Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual (CAPP).
Salary Information Starting at $57,254, Commensurate with Education and Experience
CNU Information
This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.
Role Code 19031
Conditions of Employment
This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period;

Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.