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Accounting and Administrative Specialist
    
 

Salary : Depends on Qualifications
 

Location  : One College Boulevard, Paterson NJ 07505
 

Job Type : Full Time
 

Division : Continuing Education and Workforce Development

Overview of Position

We are seeking an Accounting and Administrative Specialist who will be responsible for carrying out a wide variety of budget, data, purchasing, and computer functions in support of Continuing Education and Workforce Development's administrative and academic activities, including grant-funded programs.

This is a full-time, administrative position.

Examples of Duties

1. Maintain and process financial information and records
2. Prepare financial reports for programs and the department
3. Assist with monitoring expense and revenue budgets
4. Prepare and process third-party billing
5. Monitor accounts to ensure that payments are current
6. Assist with purchasing activities, including the processing of purchase requisitions and orders and follow up with vendors
7. Perform day-to-day administrative tasks and related duties as assigned

Qualifications

1. Associate degree in business, accounting, finance or related field required
2. Minimum of one year of related work experience
3. Strong computer skills, especially in the use of Microsoft Excel, required
4. Outstanding problem solving, organizational, and analytical skills
5. Ability to work both independently and in diverse teams
6. Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Supplemental Information

The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate