St. Louis Arc is hiring: Accounting Assistant in St. Louis

Overview

Be Part of our Circle. We empower people to live their best life. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family in this vital role of Accounting Assistant.

Part-Time (25 hours) or Full-Time (32.5 hours) schedule available with flexible daytime hours. The Accounting Assistant will earn an hourly rate of $23/hour.

What You Will Do

• Accurately enter and code credit card transactions into the agency’s financial systems
• Gather and review credit card receipts and supporting documentation from staff across departments
• Follow up with staff to obtain missing receipts or resolve discrepancies in documentation
• Collaborate with program coordinators and managers to verify and approve records prior to data entry
• Ensure all collected data is complete, accurate, and properly authorized
• Track and manage outstanding receipts and documentation to ensure timely submission
• Maintain detailed and well-organized records to support funder and independent audit requirements
• Stay current on departmental procedures and maintain a general understanding of agency financial processes
• Assist with additional accounting and administrative tasks as assigned to support the overall function of the Accounting Department

What You Can Expect From Us

We’ll celebrate and empower your unique gifts and contributions. We’ll help you help others. You’ll be embraced and uplifted in our inclusive circle of support.

• You’ll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better—and serve others better.
• Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation.
• Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being—such as health insurance, retirement, and time off.

What We Expect Of You

The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Some college coursework in Accounting or related field strongly preferred
• Two years of clerical experience with accounting responsibilities
• Experience with government or grant funding is a plus

We look forward to welcoming someone with the following knowledge and skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel, including data entry, data management, and formula applications
• Proven ability to navigate various business systems, such as Financial Edge
• High attention to detail with an ability to spot errors and inconsistencies
• Knowledge of basic accounting practices and familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with team members across departments
• Strong time management and prioritization skills

About St. Louis Arc

Since 1950, people with disabilities and their families have been placing their trust with the St. Louis Arc. Today, our 400+ team members serve more than 4,500 children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, intellectual and other developmental disabilities.

Job Details and Related Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Non-profit Organization Management

Join our circle. Apply today.