Administrative Staff Officer I

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAdministrative Staff Officer IRequisition NumberRE54441Working TitleFinancial SpecialistDepartment Name3T000:Transportation ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level43Salary Range$19.18-30.68/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsSitting for long periods of time, able to lift push or pull objects up to 10 lbsShiftMonday – Friday, 8:00-5:00 PM (40 hours/week); additional hours may be needed to meet departmental needsJob SummaryThe Administrative Staff Officer I (Financial Specialist) serves as a key financial operations resource within the Auxiliary and Transportation Services Centralized Business Office, providing specialized accounts receivable, billing, and inventory management support for Housing, Dining and Bookstore. This position is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records through accounts receivable ledger maintenance, transaction validation, and reconciliation activities in accordance with university financial policies and internal controls.

The Administrative Staff Officer I (Financial Specialist) manages the full billing and revenue cycle from invoice preparation and distribution to payment application and collections follow-up ensuring timely and complete revenue capture university partnerships. Additionally, this role supports asset inventory tracking and compliance with university asset management standards through accurate record keeping in eBARS and related systems. The Administrative Staff Officer I (Financial Specialist) collaborates cross-functionally within the Centralized Business Office to maintain operational consistency, contribute to process improvement initiatives, and provide coverage support across divisions as needed.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMicrosoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), Customer Service, Cash Handling, Knowledge of SAP, ConcurDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBA + 2 YearsDeadline to Apply05/26/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

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1. * Describe your experience supporting accounts receivable, billing/revenue operations, financial reconciliation, and inventory tracking while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of discrepancies?

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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