Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper (Casual Position)

Amherst•Amherst, MA

1d•$21 - $25

About The Position

Amherst College invites applications for the Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper position. This is a part-time (up to 19 hours per week), casual position with no benefits. The salary offered will vary based on relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. The Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper oversees bookkeeping and provides administrative support for funding management of the Association of Amherst Students. This role includes facilitating and recording all purchases made by the AAS and Registered Student Organizations (RSOs). The Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper also takes proactive steps to support a diverse workforce and actively contributes to the College's initiatives aimed at fostering a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. The person in this position will work 19 hours a week with time off during the College break periods.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
1 to 3 years of related experience
Equivalent work experience in lieu of minimum education and related experience
2-4 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
An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check

Nice To Haves

Experience working in higher education

Responsibilities

Pay invoices
Meet with students to make purchases
Facilitate the digital card program
Log purchases
Track and process reimbursements
Maintain digital and hard copy financial reports
Create budgetary reports
Aid in managing budget
Liaise with outside vendors and College departments to assist with AAS money management and relationships