Business Assistant, Account Management

Purdue University purdue.edu Open · verified Sep 25, 2026

Indianapolis Junior Account Management

At a glance

Entry-level Account Management role at Purdue University. Indianapolis.

Pay not stated

RoleAccount Management

SeniorityJunior

LocationIndianapolis

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Serve as the contact for recharge-account management and accounts payable questions
Support Financial Planning and Analysis, central offices, and operations centers with account work
Work with faculty, staff, students, and business units on departmental finance activities

What you bring

A high school diploma or GED, plus three years in customer service, account clerking, business, or related work
Procurement experience and a record of delivering strong customer service
Working knowledge of administrative procedures, records, forms, and office systems
Comfort using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook or electronic email

Who this fits

You’ll suit a junior administrative role that combines recharge-account support, accounts payable, procurement, and customer service. The job is fully onsite on the Indianapolis campus and requires a background check. Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.

From the employer

Job Summary

The Business Assistant will provide support and perform business assistant duties for the department of Finance. This position will work collaboratively with departmental faculty, staff, students, and other business units or areas to perform various business functions that support the mission of the University.

This is a fully onsite position working on the Indianapolis, IN campus.

Responsibilities Include:

Act as a resource liaison for the Financial Planning and Analysis area, central offices, operations centers with responsibilities in account management for recharge accounts.
Primary point of contact for Recharge account management, and accounts payable
Primary areas of responsibilities are subject to change to meet the needs of the Division/College.

What We’re Looking For:

Required:

Education and Experience:

High school diploma/GED.
Three years of experience in customer service, as an account clerk, business, or other related field.
Experience with procurement.
Experience providing a high level of customer service.

Skills Needed:

Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems, file management and records, forms and other office procedures and terminology.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills and professionalism in dealing with students, individuals and business customers.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels.
Strong organizational and time management skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
Motivated individual with ability to efficiently multitask, work under pressure, handle interruptions and meet deadlines.
Ability to identify problems, analyze information and implement solutions.
Capable of taking initiative, assuming responsibility and handling confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work independently and in a dynamic team environment.
Must possess a learning orientation to changing technology.
Proficiency in software experience: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook/Electronic Email.
Must also be able to work with diverse personalities and backgrounds.

What is Helpful:

Two years of University business office experience.
Working knowledge of SAP, SuccessFactors, and billing/collections.
University-related experience.

Additional Information:

For full consideration, please include an updated resume and cover letter with your application.
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 2

Pay Band S040
Job Code #20002334
The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $18.50/hour.

Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.