Financial Assistant

Position Details
Position Information

Requisition Number	S5085P
Home Org Name	Student Business & Account Services
Division Name	AVP, Financial Services/Controller
Position Title	Financial Assistant
Job Class Code	DE03A/B
Appointment Status	Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term	No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary	Student Business and Account Services at Auburn University is searching for a Financial Assistant to perform a variety of basic financial tasks such as preparing, examining, coding, and processing forms, vouchers, letters, documents, and reports. This position provides final review and approval of expenditure documentation for university system.
Essential Functions	Receives, evaluates, codes, approves, enters, posts and/or processes vouchers, forms, reports, and other documents. Identifies and resolves inconsistencies and errors in financial documentation with appropriate persons. Assists vendors, parents, students or departments concerning payments, balances, payroll inquiries, discrepancies or other account issues. Makes journal entries, updates accounts on financial systems and updates various budget or management reports. Files original vouchers, certificates or other paperwork according to department policies and procedures. Supports implementation of new or modified financial systems. Collects and processes cash, checks, stock, money orders and/or other negotiable instruments. May originate, prepare, and/or approve vouchers, forms, letters, reports and other documents in response to requests.
Why Work at Auburn?	Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world. Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance. Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications	Level I: High school diploma or equivalent Level II: High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience OR Associate’s degree OR Bachelor’s degree Scope of Experience: Experience in financial support services

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities	Standard knowledge of office functions Working knowledge of Auburn University administrative systems appropriate to the position
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications	Experience with Banner, Touchnet and/or Touchnet Cashiering. Customer service experience. Experience in a professional financial office setting or bank (taking payments, reconciling accounts, preparing bank deposits).

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range	$32,210 - $48,580
Job Category	Business/Accounting/Finance
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:	Auburn
State position is located:	AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date	02/11/2026
Closing Date
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement	It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.
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