Account Technician

Posting Details

Position Information

Role Title Admin and Office Spec III Role Code 19013 Pay Band 03

Posting Details

Working Title Account Technician Position Number 00804A Department FINANCE OFFICE Location Norfolk, VA Type of Position Classified Type of Job Full Time EEO Category C Technicians Job Description

Reviews, audits analyses and accurately post payments received by mail or in person. Processes locked bank bags and verifies cash for deposit. Audit and completes account analysis for assigned accounts and prepare balances and university procedures to students/parents via the counter/telephone. Post return checks, audit cash reports and assist in preparing the daily bank deposit.

Type of Recruitment Knowledge, skills and abilities

Working knowledge of basic bookkeeping/ accounting principles and practices.

Working knowledge of office procedures and equipment.

Some skill in the use of personal computers and Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel

Demonstrated ability to perform daily with numerical data and to make arithmetical calculations rapidly and accurately in a high volume environment.

Demonstrated ability to prepare routine financial reports and statements.

Demonstrated ability to verify fiscal documents for accuracy and completion; communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate accounting information, policies, and/or procedures in a manner easily understood by the customer.

Demonstrated ability to work with detailed information on a continual basis; and meet deadlines.

Demonstrated ability to research and resolve inquires.

Special licenses, registration or certification

None

Education or training

None

Level and type of experience

Working experience involving clerical accounting, accounts receivables, reconciliation, and/or resolving customer inquires or complaints concerning accounts.

Some experience related to handling large volume of cash.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

Previous work experience in a higher education institution working with student accounts, collections or related duties.

Considerable experience in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.

Basic knowledge of FERPA and experience handling sensitive data related to students, faculty and staff.

Basic knowledge of Ellucian/SunGard/Banner products and/or related computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications.

Conditions of Employment

none

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary non-negotiable $ - 36,750

Posting Detail Information

Job Requisition Number S03403 Job Open To General Public Open Date 08/01/2026 Close Date 08/15/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary

none

Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check. College Home Page Department Home Page Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.

To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Please describe any cashiering experience, including receiving and accounting for money, balancing a cash drawer, and reconciling reports.

(Open Ended Question)

• Describe your experience handling cash, checks, credit card payments, or electronic transactions. How do you ensure accuracy and accountability in your work?

(Open Ended Question)

• Describe your experience with student accounts, billing, collections, or cashiering in a higher education or similar environment.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you a former federal employee who was terminated from a position of employment with the federal government on or after January 1, 2025, due to a reduction in the federal budget or initiatives put in place by the federal Department of Government Efficiency?

• Yes - If yes, please upload a copy of your Standard Form (SF-50)

• No

• • Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Yellow Layoff Form
• Blue Layoff Card
• AHP Letter
• Standard Form 50 (SF-50)