Accounting Clerk

Human Learning Systems • Tucson, AZ

18d

About The Position

The Accounting Clerk position provides support for a U.S Department of Labor Job Corps contractor. The Job Corps program is a federally-funded residential training program. The mission of Job Corps is to provide career-ready technical and academic training and job placement assistance to program eligible youth ages 16-24.

Summary of Duties:
The Accounting Clerk is responsible for performing the accounting/finance functions of Center in compliance with DOL, Corporate and Center requirements and must:

Exhibit positive customer service behavior in every day work interactions.
Demonstrate a courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers.
Communicate accurately and appropriately.
Handle difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner.
Computer competent, including Microsoft Office Skills and Internet research skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, strong communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work well with center management, students and staff, as well as community partners.

Requirements

• Associates Degree preferred, with two years of experience. Will accept extensive experience in lieu of degree.
• Must possess computer proficiency and excellent communication skills
• Valid state driver’s license
• CPR/First Aid certifications
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Responsibilities

• performing the accounting/finance functions of Center in compliance with DOL, Corporate and Center requirements
• Exhibit positive customer service behavior in every day work interactions.
• Demonstrate a courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers.
• Communicate accurately and appropriately.
• Handle difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree