Accounting Clerk

Job Opportunity at Job Corps

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Make More Than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Nine Days of Vacation in the First Year of Service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match Up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Hourly Range: $18.95

Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing general accounting clerical duties; maintains accounting files.
• Enters data into the computer and proofreads financial reports; records, classifies, and summarizes invoices, work orders, purchase orders, etc.
• Processes vendor invoices by comparing invoice amount with the authorized purchase order and receiving information. Prepares expenditure report. Checks invoice activity against general ledger.
• Maintains center records, ledgers, and journals as necessary to determine center financial status.
• Coordinates the distribution of student allowances for living expenses and payrolls.
• Compiles and maintains records necessary to prepare payroll register and all other data affecting the payroll.
• Assists in assembling and compiling financial data as requested; Assists in compiling and preparing monthly financial reports.
• Cultivates and maintain a climate on center that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent Required. Courses in General Accounting and Bookkeeping and One-Year Experience as a General Accounting Clerk Preferred.
• Valid Driver's License in the State of Employment with an Acceptable Driving Record.
• Required to Pass a Drug Screen in Compliance with Our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
• Employment is Contingent Upon Successful Completion of a Nationwide Criminal Background Check.

About Our Program

Job Corps is the Largest Nationwide Residential Career Training Program in the Country and Has Been Operating for More Than 60 Years. The Program Helps Eligible Young People Ages 16 Through 24 Complete Their High School Education, Trains Them for Meaningful Careers, and Assists Them with Obtaining Employment.

Our Program Location Pittsburgh Job Corps 7175 Highland Dr Pittsburgh, PA 15206