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Fixed Asset Auditor I

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Department: Accounting & Financial Reporting
Work type: Staff Full-time Non-Exempt
Location: Alabama
Categories: Finance & Accounting

Purpose of the Position:

The Fixed Asset Auditor I supports the university’s property control function by performing routine tasks related to the tracking, auditing, and documentation of UAH’s fixed assets. This entry-level role is responsible for assisting with physical inventories, data entry, and departmental coordination related to asset tagging, surplus, and transfers. The Auditor I works under direct supervision, with the opportunity to learn financial systems, state and federal compliance requirements, and campus-wide inventory procedures.

Reports to the Fixed Assets and Capital Improvements Accounting Manager and works closely with Fixed Asset Auditor II and other Finance staff.

Duties/Responsibilities
• Physical Asset Auditing:
Assists in conducting physical inventories of fixed assets across departments and buildings. Verifies asset presence, condition, and tag accuracy
• Data Entry & System Maintenance:
Enters and updates asset records in the financial or asset tracking systems. Assists in reconciling records during audits or transfers
• Asset Tagging and Surplus Support:
Applies UAH asset tags to new equipment and updates documentation for surplus or disposed items. Assists with basic surplus property coordination
• Departmental Communication:
Provides support to campus departments during inventory cycles and helps ensure proper documentation for transfers, loans, or surplus
• Compliance and Procedure Training:
Learns and applies UAH policies, as well as state and federal asset control requirements, such as those from ADEPA and Uniform Guidance
• Other Duties as Assigned:
May assist with special projects, temporary surplus collection, or provide administrative support within the Fixed Asset team

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• 1–2 or more years of work experience in inventory, data entry, administrative support, or a related field.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn fixed asset policies and systems.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to travel to buildings across campus.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Logistics, or a related field.
• Prior experience in inventory or asset tracking in a higher education, government, or warehouse setting.
• Familiarity with Ellucian Banner or other ERP software systems.

Published Salary (if available):

$35,750

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The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), including an EOE of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.