Financial Specialist 3

Job Information Position Description Application Procedure

Job Duties
This person works in the Cashier’s Office providing support and direction to the Cashiers and reports to the Accounts Receivable Manager. This person is responsible for directing the work flow of the Cashier’s Office, managing and reconciling daily bank deposits, and creating invoices. This person also assists in the review and update of the processes and procedures in the Cashier’s Office, as well as performs special projects.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; automated financial system; must be organized with an attention to detail; must be customer service orientated to inform individuals of processes and to resolve problems as some situations may be difficult and require negotiation; effective written and verbal communication skills; completed or be in the process of completing (within 9 months) a 2 year associate degree in accounting or a related field, or a combination of academic preparation and work experience equal or greater than five years is desired.

Special Notes
Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

For UW-La Crosse Campus safety information and crime statistics/Annual Security Report see http://www.uwlax.edu/StudentLife/securityreport.htm and for drug and alcohol information see http://www.uwlax.edu/HR/newemp/drugfree.htm or call Human Resources at (608) 785-8013 for a paper copy.

Appointment Information

This is a full time position (40 hrs/wk)
Pay will be based on the rules that apply to compensation upon transfer, reinstatement or voluntary demotion; beginning pay will not be less than the minimum ($16.338). Pay Schedule/Range is 02-12. A six month probationary period may be required.
Competitive salary, excellent fringe benefits.

For more information contact Ann Bever, HR Assistant, 608-785-8015, abever@uwlax.edu

Application Procedure

Please apply by emailing a resume and your at-risk layoff letter (if applicable) to Ann Bever at abever@uwlax.edu.

All application materials must be received in Human Resources Office by noon, Thursday, March 28, 2013.

As an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is engaged in an effort to be a leader in Wisconsin’s movement toward increased diversity and inclusiveness. Women, persons of color, and individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply. If you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process, please contact the individual above to make appropriate arrangements.

Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, UW-La Crosse does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Under Wisconsin Statutes, we are required to provide, upon request, a list of nominees and applicants. A written request can exclude one from this list. Persons agreeing to be final candidates (to be interviewed) will have their identities revealed as final candidates.