Associate Accountant
University Bookstore/Accounting
Job #27811

Responsibilities
This position reconciles and pays Bookstore invoices in a timely manner according to store guidelines. Will communicate with vendors regularly to resolve discrepancies between vendor statements and Bookstore needs. As a member of the payment team, communicates with Department Managers, Buying Team and Shipping and Receiving team for problem resolution. Administers check request, purchase card reconciliation and new vendor additions as directed by the supervisor. This position also prepares financial and accounting reports for bookstore administration.

Qualifications
Four years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, and an understanding of basic accounting principles, mathematical and spreadsheet skills; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field is preferred.

Preferences
Four years of accounts payable experience. Experience working with computer controlled inventories. Understanding and use of computer software, specifically Word, Excel and email. Good written and verbal skills along with a high level of organizational skills preferred. Work Schedule Full-time, 40 hrs/wk. Monday-Friday, some Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays.

Associate Accountant
University Bookstore/Accounting
Job #27772

Responsibilities
Data entry and reconciliation of campus order charges and payments. Provides customer service to sponsored students with special needs. Maintain A/R accounts including statement generation and posting of payments. Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts. Other projects and duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications
Four years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, and an understanding of basic accounting principles, mathematical and spreadsheet skills; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field is preferred.

Preferences
Typing 30 WPM. Knowledge of standard office machines including PC. Accounts receivable, data entry, proficiency in Microsoft Office products, and general office experience preferred. A strong commitment to the concept of excellence in service. Work Schedule Full-time, 40 hrs/wk. Monday-Friday. Some Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays.

Administrative Assistant
University Bookstore/Administration
Job #27889

Responsibilities
Provides administrative support to the Director and Administrative Staff, coordinates office and Bookstore activities, and supervises the Human Resource Department. Duties include, but are not limited to, coordinating travel arrangements, coordinating and attending meetings, organizing special projects, and managing the budgetary needs of the Bookstore Human Resource Department. Supervises support staff and the HR Team. Drafts, proofreads, and/or edits correspondence, reports and confidential documents. Serves as a coordinating member of the University's Bookstore Advisory and Review Committee. Manages development/revision of Bookstore policies and procedures and oversees all human resource functions including hiring/terminations, performance appraisals, training, professional development, and employee relations. Interacts with and resolves needs of on-and-off campus entities by most effective mode of communication.

Qualifications
Associate's degree in business or equivalency required. Three years full-time secretarial experience and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required. Knowledge of basic bookkeeping practices and direct supervisory experience preferred. This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.

Preferences
Six years administrative and supervisory experience. Office Management or related degree preferred. At least three years budgetary development and administration experience highly preferred. Demonstrated experience in human resources, including hiring/terminations, employee relations and professional development. Proficient knowledge of and demonstrated experience with MS Office computer software programs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work effectively with University and Bookstore personnel. Work Schedule Full-time, 40 hrs/wk. Monday-Friday. Some Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays.

Career Part Time Positions - Description

Instructions:

Part Time, Career Service, applicants must submit a U of U Application for Employment (available at www.hr.utah.edu) directly to the University of Utah’s Human Resources Office located at 420 Wakara Way Salt Lake City, UT 84112. Please include the job number on your application. We do not accept applications for career part-time positions at the Bookstore.

Available Positions:

None

Important Information:

Eligibility/Qualifications: Student Part-time positions require U of U student status (6 or more credit hours), and a daily 3-4 hour schedule commitment Monday through Friday with Saturday availability, amounting to 19-20 hrs/week.

The Perks: We offer a fun team oriented atmosphere, convenient location, employee discount (some exceptions apply), excellent training opportunities, student study days, an employee textbook loan program and employee recognition programs. Most Student Part-time positions start at $7.00 hr (unless otherwise indicated) and are eligible for a $.25/hr raise after each full semester worked.

To Apply: If you have a commitment to service excellence please apply in person at the University Bookstore.

For more information contact us at (801) 581-8944 or email

Available Positions:

4

Computer Service and Repair
Student Bookstore Worker I
M-F 8 AM to 12:00 PM

Some Saturdays Computer Technician position to provide technical assistance to the Computing Solutions Department Staff and General University Community as directed. Must have thorough working knowledge of Apple Computers, PC or equivalent component products. Troubleshoots and determines disposition of defective products. Prepare and control products returned to vendor for repair, replacement, refund or credit. A strong commitment to provide excellent customer service is required.

Computer Solutions
Student Bookstore Worker 1
Flexible schedule: M-F, 20 hours per week

Occasional Saturdays Data entry position to assist computer buyer. Primarily responsible for inputting and retrieving information from mainframe computer. Other duties include filing, processing returns, contacting vendors, general office duties, and other related duties as assigned. Excellent English communication and customer service skills required. Knowledge of computers and previous office, data entry, and/or customer service experience preferred.

Computing Solutions
 

      Temporary Full Time Positions - Description

Important Information:

Temporary positions do not require student status but are of limited duration. We offer a fun team oriented atmosphere, convenient location, employee discount (some exceptions apply), excellent training opportunities, student study days, and employee recognition programs. Temporary positions are not eligible for a raise. If you have a commitment to service excellence please apply in person at the University Bookstore. For more information contact us at (801) 581-8944 or email:

Available Positions:

None

Temporary Part Time Positions - Description

Important Information:

Eligibility/Qualifications: Temporary positions do not require student status, but are of limited duration. Temporary hiring primarily takes place July-Aug. and Nov-Dec. for Fall and Spring semester openings. Our temporary needs are limited during other periods of time.

The Perks: We offer a fun team oriented atmosphere, convenient location, employee discount (some exceptions apply), excellent training opportunities, student study days, the employee discount program and employee recognition programs. Temporary positions start at $7.00 hr and are not eligible for a raise.

To apply: If you have a commitment to service excellence please apply in person at the University Bookstore.

For more information contact us at (801) 581-8944 or email

Available Positions:

Event Sales Team Positions

These seasonal positions promote and conduct sales of insignia wear and novelty items at U of U sporting events such as Football, Basketball and Gymnastic Meets. Applicants must commit to working the Football games on September 9, September 30, October 5, October 28, November 11 and November 25. Must be primarily available in the evenings and weekends for six or more hours per event (approximately 30-35 events) during the month of August 2006 through March 2007. Prefer mature, dependable and friendly applicants with good English communication skills. Cashiering and/or sales experience is preferred but not required. In addition to the fun team oriented atmosphere and employee discount (some exceptions apply), Event Sales Team positions start at $7.25/hr. If you have a commitment to service excellence please apply in person at the University Bookstore Customer Service Counter.