Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper (Casual Position)

Amherst College invites applications for a part-time (up to 19 hours per week) Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper position. This is a casual role with no benefits, and the expected salary range is $21 to $25 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bookkeeping and provide administrative support for funding management of the Association of Amherst Students (AAS).
• Facilitate and record all purchases made by the AAS and Registered Student Organizations (RSOs).
• Pay invoices, meet with students to make purchases, and facilitate the digital card program.
• Log purchases, track and process reimbursements, and maintain digital and hard copy financial reports.
• Create budgetary reports and aid in managing the budget.
• Liaise with outside vendors and College departments to assist with AAS money management and relationships.
• Actively contribute to the College's initiatives aimed at fostering a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years of related experience, or equivalent work experience in lieu of minimum education and related experience.
• 2 to 4 years of bookkeeping and administrative experience.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Suite.
• Demonstrated high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Successful completion of required reference and background checks, including an acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education.

Schedule

This position works 19 hours per week with time off during College break periods.

Pay

$21 to $25 per hour, based on relevant education, training, experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations.