Date

Position Available
Accounting Assistant
Arctic Research Consortium of the U.S.

Application review begins: 22 June 2020, but the position will remain open until filled.

For more information, go to:
https://www.arcus.org/arcus/jobs/accounting-assistant

For questions, contact:
Brandi Austin
Email: brandi [at] arcus.org

The Arctic Research Consortium of the U.S., Inc. (ARCUS) is accepting applications for an Accounting Assistant. This is a temporary part-time position, approximately 20 hours/week paid on an hourly basis, and will report to the Director of Finance and HR. This position would be usually based in our Fairbanks, Alaska office; however, due to COVID-19, it will be primarily a work-from-home position until 31 December 2020.

Working hours would be Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Alaska time. Pending funding, there is a possibility of this position developing into a regular part-time position.

Specific responsibilities and duties include:

  • Accounting – assist in organizing, scanning, filing, and data entry
    • Accounts payable
    • Cash receipts
    • Timesheets and payroll
  • Travel
    • Organize and verify travel receipts
    • Assist in preparation of vouchers
  • Administrative Support
    • Supplies tracking
    • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications include:

  • Proficient in Excel spreadsheets
  • Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles
  • Familiarity with fund accounting and automated accounting systems
  • Effective written and verbal communication
  • Detail-oriented

Expectations include:

  • Maintain a high degree of accuracy
  • Preserve confidentiality of financial and personnel records
  • Work closely and cooperatively with others
  • Be willing to help with other projects, as needed

Education/Experience
Education and/or experience should be sufficient to perform the responsibilities of the position and to have acquired the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Additional Details
Salary will be commensurate with education and experience, within a range of $17.25 to $20.00.

Application materials should include:

  • A letter of interest (1-2 pages) that explains how your experiences and qualifications are a fit for this position; specifically addressing your attention to detail. Please address the letter to Brandi Austin.
  • A resume.

Please submit application materials and any questions via email to brandi [at] arcus.org, subject line: "Accounting Assistant [Last Name]." No phone calls, please.

Final candidates will be asked to provide references.

Application review begins: 22 June 2020, but the position will remain open until filled.

For more information, go to:
https://www.arcus.org/arcus/jobs/accounting-assistant