Administrative Assistant for MS Accounting Program

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Working Title Administrative Assistant for MS Accounting Program Location Boone, NC Position Number N07451 Department Accounting - 255050 Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

• Four-year degree in business related field
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets and Microsoft Word
• Strong time management and planning skills
• Good interpersonal and collaboration skills

License/Certification Required Essential Job Functions The Administrative Assistant for MS Accounting will help with administrative duties related to the MS Accounting Graduate Program. Typical duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Planning events such as information sessions, graduation hood ceremonies, orientations, and other events related to the MS Accounting program.
• Collaborative marketing support for MS Accounting program with Graduate Programs, as well as Undergraduate Accounting as applicable to the MS Accounting program
• Collecting data and reporting employment outcomes of undergraduate and graduate students.
• Assist incoming and existing graduate students with registration questions and issues.
• Administrative support for internship/employment opportunities.
• Oversee and manage graduate assistants.
• Support in planning guest speakers, etc.
• Work collaboratively with WCOB Graduate Programs staff as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience
• Proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Cloud.

Work Schedule/Hours To be determined at hiring based on needs of candidate and MS directors. Number of Hours Per Week 16-20 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff No Physical Demands of Position To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Hiring Range $25.00 per hour Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 07/22/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web) Special Instructions to Applicants Submit Cover Letter, Resume and a List of 3 Professional References with Contact Information Included Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55313 Posting Number 201500702P