Accounting Clerk II

About the role

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Pay

Hourly Rate: $19.00

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting and audit functions within the general accounting function and summarize data for periodic operating statements and management information in compliance with government and management directives.
• Assist in preparation of data input for developing financial statements and management information reports, including accounting journal entries, overhead application schedules, bank reconciliations, general cost ledger account analyses and monthly reports to the corporate office and the customer.
• Audit the output of the accounts payable and cashier functions.
• Maintain cash disbursements journal, general ledger, and cost ledger by recording accounting transactions, preparing reconciliations and financial tabulations as assigned.
• Account and deposit in bank cash receipts (e.g., meal ticket revenues, employee advance returns, Student Government Association receipts, etc.).
• Assist in reconciliation, preparation, and disbursement of student payroll and transportation allowance (bus passes, tokens, and gas allowance).
• Responsible for petty cash fund and reconciliation when balance falls below set dollar amount (usually biweekly); monitor the financial status of Students’ Welfare Fund.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• Two (2) years related experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.