Finance and Accounting Clerk

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting, the Business Office Specialist: Business Office Clerk provides operational support for accounting, procurement, and business office functions for the Lake County campus. This position supports day to day financial operations, documentation, and customer service related to non student financial activity in accordance with College policies and procedures.

Pay Range: $19-21/hour

Location: East Chicago with some regional travel required

Major Responsibilities

Business Office and Financial Operations Support

• Provide administrative and operational support for business office functions, including accounting, procurement, travel, and compliance activities.
• Assist with documentation, tracking, and processing related to purchase orders, invoices, disencumbrances, vendor records, and financial files.
• Support inventory and fixed asset processes, including record maintenance, tagging documentation, transfers, and disposals as directed.
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation in accordance with department and College standards.

Procurement and Vendor Support

• Assist with procurement‑related activities, including obtaining quotes, tracking approvals, and supporting purchase order processing.
• Assist with vendor setup and maintenance, including documentation for new vendor requests and updates.
• Provide basic guidance to campus staff regarding procurement and travel processes, referring complex or compliance‑related questions to supervisory staff.
• Support travel documentation and reimbursement processing as assigned.

Customer Service and Campus Support

• Provide customer service support to campus departments related to business office processes, documentation requirements, and transaction status.
• Respond to inquiries in person, by phone, and electronically in a professional, respectful, and timely manner.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal campus partners seeking assistance with business office procedures.

Operational Support and Cross‑Training

• Assist the Business Office team with day‑to‑day operational needs as assigned.
• Participate in cross‑training to support continuity of Business Office operations during absences, peak service periods, or emergent needs.
• Provide support across business office functions as directed, consistent with training, job responsibilities, and internal control requirements.
• Support peak‑period operations and campus initiatives as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with department and College standards.
• Perform other duties logically associated with the position as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience providing administrative or customer service support in an office, financial, or operational environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established processes and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, office administration, or a related field.
• Experience with Workday, Banner, or other enterprise financial systems.
• Experience in higher education, public sector, or another regulated financial environment.

Benefits

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
• Paid professional development opportunities

Work‑Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
• Flexible work arrangements where available
• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.