Business Office Assistant / Accounting Clerk
Job Field: Office Jobs
Location: Aberdeen, SD 57401
Salary: $Not Specified
Job Type: Full Time
JOB SUMMARY:
Performs various clerical and routine accounting tasks in support of the Business office, to include posting entries, verifying and reconciling input to financial reporting system output, processing payments, and/or assisting in preparations of billings and other financial reports. Basic office support activities such as answering telephone and directing calls, greeting and directing visitors, and answering questions.<br>Key Tasks and Responsibilities<br>Accounts Receivable functions<br>Assist with taking student payments, both online and in person<br>Assist in collection of student accounts through correspondence and telephone calls according to departmental policies and procedures. <br>Assists with setting up student payment plans and monitoring payment statuses.<br>Performs a variety of routine assignments to support the Accounting Coordinator for Student Accounts position.<br>General accounting support functions<br>Prepares batches for processing.<br>Enters credit card and deposit receipts.<br>Handles cash and cash related transactions and reconciles cash reports;<br>Prepares bank deposits for review by senior accountant<br>Front Office functions<br>Answers telephones, retrieves, opens and logs mail, meets and greets visitors, and assists in other clerical functions.<br>May schedule or assist in scheduling appointments, and meetings.<br>Provides Bookstore coverage as needed.<br>Contributes to the overall success of the Business Office by performing all the other duties and responsibilities assigned.<br>Position Requirements Education and Training<br>Associates degree in accounting or related field, or demonstrated equivalent on-the-job work experience.<br>Knowledge and Experience<br>Previous bookkeeping, accounting, responsibility for handling and accounting for money on a regular basis is preferred. Good interpersonal skills are required for assisting students, staff and customers. Computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics (Great Plains) accounting system is an advantage.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Experience 12 months Education Education Preferred
Associate Degree