Accountant

Job Posting

This is a temp / casual, hourly appointment not to exceed 14 hours per week.

Responsibilities

Financial Management (50%)

• Manage billing for hosts and trainees
• Paying invoices
• Reconcile accounts, prepare reports
• Administrative processes related to training program (35%)
• Assist in visa and health insurance paperwork and systems at MAST
• Impact Assessment (5%)
• Assist in sending and tracking host and trainee evaluations
• Other administrative support (10%)
• Assist in database and program log entry and support

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

About the Department

The College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) is composed of 27 programs : 14 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs in disciplines involving food, agricultural, and natural resource sciences. CFANS also has 10 research and outreach centers across Minnesota, plus the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, the Bell Museum, and dozens of interdisciplinary centers that span the college, the university, and the globe. Undergraduate enrollment in the college is about 2000 students. CFANS students are well-prepared for a diverse, multicultural workforce through the college's emphasis on experiential, interdisciplinary, and intercultural learning; internships and global perspectives. At CFANS, we aim to inspire minds, nourish people, and enhance the natural environment, and we believe that's only possible if everyone feels seen, heard and respected. Our College embraces equity and diversity and prioritizes purpose-driven scientific discovery in order for us to build a better tomorrow, together. We align with the University of Minnesota in providing equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Department Overview

MAST is an international exchange program that combines a practical, hands-on, educational experience in agriculture with a classroom experience through the University of Minnesota. The mission is to improve global understanding by providing educational and cultural enrichment through international exchange. MAST International began in 1949 - one of the first programs of its type. Over 9500 trainees from more than 80 countries have participated in the MAST International program. The program is based on the St. Paul Campus of the University of Minnesota in the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range : $28.83 per hour; depending on education / qualifications / experience. Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.