Account Specialist

Position Title : Account Specialist

Location :

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department :

34000 - COB Deans Office

Advertised Salary :

$22.97 to $28.86 hourly rate pursuant to FSU & CTA, MEA-NEA Agreement

Benefits :

Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

Clerical Tech Association (CTA)

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Temporary / Continuing :

Continuing

Part-Time / Full-Time :

Full-Time

Union Group :

Clerical-Technical Association (MEA-NEA)

Term of Position : 12 Month

At Will / Just Cause :

Just Cause

Summary of Position :

The Account Specialist is responsible for independently performing complex accounting duties, including the use of Banner and Concur, preparing requisitions, providing accounting support for grants and contract projects, and overseeing departmental budget activity to ensure compliance with established procedures and policies.

Strong communication skills, both oral and written, are essential for effectively working with internal and external constituents.

The anticipated start date for this position is September 2025; however, this date is subject to change as needed.

Position Type : Staff

Required Education :

Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting, or closely related field, or equivalent combination of appropriate education and work experience.

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education is two years of full-time related work experience equals one year of education.

Required Work Experience :

Two years of full-time advanced accounting experience in an office setting or equivalent. Strong computer knowledge, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based transactions. Previous experience using electronic record keeping system. (Two years part-time work experience is equivalent to one-year full-time work experience).

Required Licenses and Certifications :

Physical Demands :

• Office Environment
• Reaching
• Sitting
• Twisting
• Repetitive movement

Additional Education / Experiences to be Considered :

Higher education work experience. Experience with travel software and Banner.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities :

Marginal Duties / Responsibilities :

Skills and Abilities :

Required Documents :

Optional Documents :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED) : Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a closely related field, if applicable as described in the Required Education section. If you do not have a college transcript, please write a justification explaining how your work experience is equivalent to the required education and attach that justification in lieu of the transcript.

Transcript must include : Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript (if applicable).

Initial Application Review Date :

September 22, 2025

Open Until Position is Filled? :

Yes

Posting Close Date : EEO Statement :

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit : Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

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