Summer Office Assistant - Accounting

Job Details

Department Statement

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.

Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University ‘Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.

This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.

Accountabilities

The summer accounting office assistant will work in the accounting office to post deferral journal entries, review accounts payable to assist with cut-off testing, provide support for the documentation process, participate on the team that completes the biannual federal equipment inventory review, and will help with other year-end tasks as assigned.

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

Familiarity with general ledger and journal entries, experience with tools such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite, and good communications skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

High school diploma, ideally pursuing a college degree in accounting/finance/economics.

Job Open Date

04/17/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

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