Top of Page
Skip main navigation

Welcome to NSU Careers, the official site of career/employment opportunities at Nova Southeastern University (NSU). NSU offers a competitive salary and benefit package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans, and much more.

Use the search filters below to find specific types of positions and descriptions where you will find a link to apply.

Thank you for your interest in a career with NSU.

Returning users, please use the button below to sign-in:

Sign-In

Work Type

Locations

Categories

Resources

       

 

       

Accounting Specialist II - 994374

Apply Now Job Number: 503609
Work Type: Full Time with Full Benefits
Location: Fort Lauderdale-Davie, Florida
Department: DCO Financial Services
Categories: Accounting, Finance, Budgeting, Auditing, Risk Management, & Payroll

About Us:

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeastern University!


Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southeastern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeastern University.

NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Job Title: Accounting Specialist II - 994374
Location: Fort Lauderdale-Davie, Florida
Work Type: Full Time with Full Benefits
Job Category: Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:  
Pay Basis:

Hourly
Subject to Grant Funding?: No  
Essential Job Functions: 1. Reviews and processes payment requests, expense reports and other related documents to ensure adherence to University policies and accuracy of coding

2. Responds to non-routine inquiries and resolves account discrepancies requiring broad understanding of work-area policies and procedures to ensure questions are answered and discrepancies resolved in a timely manner.

3. Prepares reports and assists with fiscal administration processes, and year end closing to ensure accurate fiscal reporting.

4. Reconciles accuracy of postings against bank statements, Banner and clinical systems to ensure accuracy of deposits.

5. Performs other duties as assigned.
Marginal Job Functions: 1. Assists with other budgeting/accounting functions.

2. Performs special projects as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1. Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel, Word and Outlook.

2. 10 Key or numeric data entry skills.

3. Ability to handle a high volume of transactions.

4. Detail oriented.

5. Knowledge of clinical cash payment policies and procedures.

6. Knowledge of patient account policies and practice

7. Knowledge of bank deposit policies and practices.

8. Ability to make mathematical computations.

9. Ability to analyze financial reports.

10. Ability to prepare statistical and narrative accounting reports.

11. Ability to identify and compute ratios and percentages.

12. Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

13. Ability to communicate clearly.

14. Ability to enter and verify information with accuracy.

15. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

16. Ability to maintain a high standard of confidentiality and demonstrate attention to detail.

17. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Ability to communicate effectively with others.

2. Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.

3. May be exposed to prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.

4. May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils and computer keyboards.
Job Requirements:  
Required Certifications/Licensures:  
Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Major (if required):  
Required Experience: Minimum two (2) years of experience in accounting or related field.

-OR-

Associate's degree in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications: 1. Associate's Degree and one (1) year of experience in accounting or related field.

2. Working knowledge of Banner and Ariba.

3. Experience in health care or academic finance environment.

4. Business courses in accounting and finance.

5. Associates degree or 60 college-level credit hours.
Is this a safety sensitive position? No  
Background Screening Required? Yes  
Pre-Employment Conditions:

 
Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.
   
   

Advertised: Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:

Back to search results Apply Now Refer a friend

Return to top of page