Purchasing Card Program Specialist

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number 20270030NE Job Title Purchasing Card Program Specialist Number of Vacancies 1 About Murray State

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Type of Employment Regular Full-Time If Part Time, Enter Hours Per Week Work Location Murray, KY Employment Term 12 Months Position Type Staff - Non-Exempt (Hourly) Department Accounting and Financial Services Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities

Handles all components of the P-Card Program and other duties as assigned

• Maintains the P-Card program, sets up new card holders, daily/monthly audits, reporting, etc.
• Processes all paperwork and maintain credit card database. This includes but is not limited to, new card applications, suspensions, and basic account changes.
• Completion of monthly audits with reports from the software vendor and write finding emails to (Card Holder and Accounting Reps).
• Completion of all daily audits and write finding emails to (Card Holder and Accounting Reps).
• Receive and process Monthly Expense Reports. Index University statements.
• Variable daily duties include, but are not limited to: bank accounts setup, reset passwords, run reports, field questions from P-Card users, log monthly audit findings, and conduct card-holder maintenance on the bank website as needed.
• Monthly duties include setting up and conducting P-Card holder training and processing end of banking cycle reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements

• Two years of general accounting experience
• Alertness, initiative, attention to accuracy, memory for oral and written directions or details, ability to plan and make decisions often without instruction or supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications Posting Date 10/15/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by October 29, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Hourly Rate/Annual Salary $15.95 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications) Staff Grade 104 Work Hours

• Normal working hours

Physical Demands

• Normal for office environment.
• Sit at a desk for long periods of time. Walk across campus to perform audits.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you currently have a Bachelor's degree?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have two years of general accounting experience?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Document