Accounting Clerk

Bizzell•Long Beach, CA

34d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs financial/accounting support in accordance with DOL, PRH, and Bizzell US requirements. This role assists with Center finance functions, including maintaining cost data, preparing and reconciling student pay and meal ticket sales, and monitoring accounting entries. The Accounting Clerk is responsible for managing AP paperwork, matching documentation, balancing totals, and processing invoices for payment. They ensure proper signatures and approvals are obtained, and that all invoices are stamped with the received date. The position also involves assisting with accounting analysis, reviewing PTO spreadsheets, managing information reports, and collaborating with HR. The clerk works with the Finance Manager on payroll, submitting work hours, accounts payable, interest fund, and petty cash processes. Maintaining accurate database records in Sage, electronic and paper files, and reconciling accounts are key duties. Additionally, the role supports the buyer with staff communication on procurement, verifying receipts, and maintaining vendor files. Periodic audits for compliance and file maintenance are performed, along with working towards performance management goals and following company conduct systems. Participation in mandatory PRH staff training is required.

Requirements

Extensive computer and internet literacy.
Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all input.
Ability to work in fast paced deadline oriented situation.
Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Excel and/or Lotus spreadsheet applications.
One-year related experience required.
High School Diploma and one-year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid State Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree in Accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with Center finance functions including working with the Finance Manager to maintain Center operations cost data, preparing and reconciling student pay, reconciling meal ticket sales.
Assists with monitoring accounting entries and journal codes.
Creates tracking folders for outstanding AP paperwork, match delivery documentation, balance totals, and match purchase requests with invoices.
Ensures proper signatures, batch invoices, obtains proper approvals, and processes paperwork for payment.
Ensures that all invoices are stamped “Received” and dated with received date.
Assists with accounting analysis and other duties as required by the Finance Manager and Finance and Administration Director.
Monitors assigned area to ensure high quality and timely services.
Assists with reviewing PTO spreadsheets and assists with managing information reports; collaborates with HR on any and all changes or corrections to the PTO spreadsheet.
Works with Finance Manager to review staff payroll, enters and submits staff work hours bi-weekly, assists with accounts payable, interest fund, and petty cash processes.
Maintains accurate database records in Sage and maintains accurate and timely files for accounting; maintains electronic and paper back up file for staff leave.
Assists with reconciling accounts and balancing books.
Maintains accurate database, records, ledgers, logs, files and journals.
Assists buyer with staff communication on procurement, verifying receipts, establishing custody, and oversight of payment documentation, ect.
Assists buyer with maintaining vendor files including proper and timely documentation.
Performs periodic audits for documentation requirement compliance and file maintenance.
Works towards meeting performance management goals.
Follows CDCD plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins.
Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
Participation in PRH mandated staff training is mandatory.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information.
Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously.
Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.
Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth.
Initiates and responds to suggestions for improving service.