Finance Assistant

HORIZON EDUCATION CENTERS•North Olmsted, OH

8d•$16 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Education Centers is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support its finance department with general office tasks, telephone duties, and financial administrative work. The position is based at the Administration Headquarters in North Olmsted, Ohio, and is a full-time hourly role paying $16.00 per hour. The Finance Assistant reports to the Finance Director. Horizon has provided care and education for over 46 years, serving children from 6 weeks to 14 years of age. Its mission is to provide high-quality early childhood education, care, and youth development programs. The organization serves communities in Cleveland, Elyria, Lorain, North Olmsted, Berea, Parma, and Lakewood. Its Community Services Department operates a Comprehensive Literacy program and the United Way-powered Ready, Set, Go… to Kindergarten and South Side Pride collaboratives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to build positive relationships with coworkers, vendors, and the community through prompt, accurate service, a cheerful and professional attitude, and a problem-solving approach.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to work positively with internal and external individuals.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask and strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as an active team member.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar products and other software programs, with an emphasis on Excel.
Strong data-entry skills.
Willingness to update job knowledge through required training, professional development opportunities, and industry trends.
Ability to lift and carry at least 40 pounds as required.
Ability to pass required background checks and physical or medical screening.

Nice To Haves

Experience collecting and analyzing data to make improvements.
Knowledge of bookkeeping or accounting principles.
Familiarity with QuickBooks or other accounting software.

Responsibilities

Perform general office duties, including telephone responsibilities.
File, retrieve, scan, and organize hard-copy and electronic documents for Finance, including HR documents.
Audit center attendance sheets weekly.
Enter data into multiple systems as required.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling personnel and family information.
Assist with special projects, including the TANF Clothing Grant, audits, and the holiday party.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Benefits

Free virtual health care and mental health care for year-round or seasonal employees working full-time or part-time at least 20 hours per week; subsidized by Horizon.
Medical coverage for year-round employees working at least 30 hours per week.
Dental, vision, and life insurance for year-round employees working full-time or part-time at least 20 hours per week.
Pre-paid employment screenings and onboarding, including fingerprints and physical or immunization requirements.
Paid time off after a 90-day probationary period.
Holiday pay after the first full pay period for new hires.
Paid professional development for full-time and part-time positions.
Learn and Earn Tuition Programs for year-round full-time or part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week.
403(b) retirement savings plan with match options after one year of employment for year-round full-time or part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Discounted childcare for full-time, part-time, or seasonal employees, subject to applying or proving ineligibility for publicly funded childcare.