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University of Florida

Accounting Specialist

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $46K - $55K

💻 Finance

🗓️ June 30th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Florida is hiring an Accounting Specialist to manage and supervise the Deposit Control area within the Banking and Merchant Services department. The role involves ensuring timely and accurate recording of university deposits, assisting departments with deposits and payment research, and liaising with General Accounting to verify revenue streams, while also advising on cash handling policies.

Highlights

  • Supervise and manage Deposit Control operations ensuring accurate recording of deposits in the myUFL system.
  • Perform monthly reviews of deposit activity and collaborate with General Accounting on authorized revenue streams.
  • Research incoming electronic payments and assist with setup for university departments.
  • Advise departments on cash handling policies and procedures.
  • Required bachelor’s degree and one year of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Preferred experience in higher education finance and knowledge of banking deposit procedures.
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially Teams, Word, and Excel, along with spreadsheet and database proficiency.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills with ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Salary range: $46,000 - $55,000 annually.
  • Ability to draft policy documents and apply regulatory requirements practically, with strong risk analysis and problem-solving capability.