Finance Clerk

Educational Services. • Scottsdale, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Clerk works in a high-performance environment where the primary responsibilities include performing efficient and accurate financial and administrative services and tasks to support the organization. This position reports to the Finance Supervisor. Must be local to the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. This is an in-office position. ESI is the leading provider of educational staffing solutions in Arizona. We have a casual, results-focused atmosphere. We value family and friends – personal relationships matter where work-life balance is a cornerstone of our culture. Our work has purpose – we improve education and support our schools. We are genuinely collaborative; all voices are welcome and equally heard. Our employees find purpose in their work and are supported by a team of compassionate professionals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (preferred experience with pivot tables and vlookups)
• One to three years heavy computer-based clerical experience in finance or payroll
• Must have reliable transportation for daily office commute
• Must pass a background check
• Ability to perform at high levels in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment
• Excellent customer service principles and techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to learn and use multiple software systems
• Ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment (e.g., computer, telephone, copy machine, and other related office equipment)
• Ability to build sustainable relationships of trust through open and interactive communication
• Aptitude to learn job-related material primarily through oral instruction and observation in an on-the-job training setting
• Composure to work under pressure to meet deadlines and ability to handle problems and tasks that come up simultaneously or unexpectedly

Nice To Haves

• Flexible – you thrive on variety.
• Humble – you believe everyone is equal and deserves respect.
• Empathetic – you seek to understand first.
• Service-Oriented – you see the act of serving as a reward.
• Independent – you are proactive and enjoy the thrill of solving problems.
• You have a passion for improving education and connecting with people.

Responsibilities

• Handles high volume of incoming phone calls and emails utilizing electronic ticketing system
• Responds to and provides a high level of service regarding inquiries related to employee pay and taxes, verification of employment, unemployment, garnishment, and benefits
• Answers routine email correspondence with completeness, accuracy, timeliness, and quality
• Expedites resolution for payroll discrepancies between ESI, the employee, and/or the client
• Transmits daily receivables bank deposit via remote-deposit or physical deposit at bank location, if needed
• Processes multiple payroll instruments into payroll system to completion on a weekly basis
• Ensures payroll/garnishment checks and coordinating paperwork are ready each payroll
• Assists with research tasks, internal and external audits, and other intercompany projects and needs
• Acts as back up administrative support across organization as needed
• Works collaboratively across departments and supports the team environment to meet individual, team, and organization objectives
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation time
• Arizona State Fair Wages and Healthy Families Act Paid Sick Time (PST)
• 401k match
• Group health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance is available
• You will connect with leaders in education throughout the region.
• You will be supported in your professional growth and development.
• Because you’re working directly with senior management, you’ll help co-create our future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED