Accounts Receivable Assistant

Accounting AssistantUnder the supervision of the Accounts Receivable Technician, the accounting assistant will assist with various accounting tasks.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesPrimary FunctionsData entryAccount reconciliationsDistribution of various accounting forms (invoices, statements, reports, etc.)FilingAnswering phone callsCustomer Service and CollaborationEstablishes and maintains working relationships with various A.S. and University departmentsSafetyEnsures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policiesAdheres to Associated Students' Code of Safe PracticesReports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence Ensures completion proper documentation is completed for each accident (employee and/or non-employee) and forwards to supervisorReports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party immediatelyJob RequirementsMinimum & Preferred RequirementsEducation:Business Major preferredPreferred candidate will be a returning student for at least one additional school yearStudents must be enrolled in at least half time units at SDSU (6 units undergraduate; 3 units graduate).International students must have full-time enrollment at SDSU (12 units undergraduate; 6 units graduate).Global Campus units do not meet the SDSU unit requirements.Must be in good academic standingMust be eligible to work in the United StatesExperience:General clerical experience preferred10-key by touch preferredAccounting experience preferredTrainings:Anti-Harassment training (must be completed with 30 days of hire)Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire)Gender Awareness Training (Must be completed with 30 days of hire)Performance ExpectationsMust be capable of maintaining positive working relationships with staff and customersMust be able to exercise tact and exhibit sound professional judgmentStrong organizational skills required. Must be able to follow oral and written directions and follow projects through to completionMust be professional and courteous at all timesMust be able to work well with different work stylesMust be able to work efficiently and show initiativeMust be able to work independently and on multiple projects at onceKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal skills; ability to relate and communicate effectively with a diverse population of students, staff, faculty, colleagues and guestsMust have strong English language skills and the ability to read, write and verbally communicate at a level appropriate to the duties of the positionAbility to operate a computer, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to learn and utilize new software programsAbility to gather and organize data, draw logical conclusions and discern implicationsWell organized, ability to effectively multi-task, ability to prioritize work, problem solve, make decisions and meet scheduled deadlines under pressureAbility to handle multiple tasks simultaneouslySchedule & Working ConditionsThis is a part-time (15-20 hours/week), position with expected hours to be worked during business hours of Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m.WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking around campus. The working environment is generally favorable.

Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This position requires the individual to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers. This person will also spend time filing and have to do some lifting of supplies and materials from time to time, including banker boxes and files.RelationshipsInside the Organization:Reports to the Accounts Receivable SupervisorInteracts with Accounts Payable Supervisor, Accounting Manager, and Finance DirectorEMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: Range I, Step I - Starting Rate: $17.75/hourA background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered this position with Associated Students.

Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current Associated Students employees who apply for the position.BS 2097