Accounting Assistant

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Accounting Assistant
Requisition ID: 2026-9927
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Logan
Category: Accounting/Finance
position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Non-Exempt
College: Finance & Administrative Service
Department: Controllers Office
Advertised Salary: Minimum $43,000
Overview
The P-Card Office within the Controller’s Office is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented professional to join our team. This is a full-time, on-site desk position that offers stability and the chance to make a meaningful impact. If you enjoy working with numbers, bookkeeping, and accounting tasks-and you find satisfaction in accuracy and organization-this role may be a great fit for you. In this position, you will support the daily operations of the department by processing card requests, providing excellent customer service, and assisting with a variety of p-card functions. You’ll also have the opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment while contributing to the financial integrity of the university. We are looking for someone who takes pride in being dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoys solving problems with numbers.
This position is eligible for excellent benefits, including:

• Vacation and sick leave.
• Holiday pay.
• 50% tuition reduction for employee and spouse.
• Competitive health benefits packages.
• A generous contribution to retirement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain account changes, limit increases and other card functions according to University Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain cardholder account information in external bank system.
• Process payments from the university’s e-procurement system (USU EZ-BUY) on central account p-card.
• Provide front-line customer service to students, faculty, and staff at the counter and by phone.
• Answer and direct multiple telephone lines in a professional and courteous manner.
• Perform other p-card or accounts payable-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of relevant experience or an associate degree.
• Proficiency working in multiple computer programs simultaneously (Windows, Excel, web browsers).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with USU’s Banner Finance System.
• Bookkeeping or accounting-related experience, or an associate’s degree/certification in business or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilites:

• Knowledge of p-card processes and practices.
• Knowledge of university travel policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of accounts payable processes and practices.

Required Documents
Along with the online Application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Contact Information for Professional Reference to be entered at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
Minimum $43,000
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
College/Department Highlights
The Controller’s Office is a trusted partner in supporting the university’s mission by providing reliable financial services with professionalism and integrity. We value teamwork, continuous learning, and a supportive workplace culture. Our office fosters professional growth through training opportunities and encourages collaboration through team-building activities. If you are looking for a role where you can contribute to a positive work environment and make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.
USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU’s commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.
The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
*updated 12/2025
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Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266
Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322
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