ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

# ACCOUNTING ASSISTANTHot JobAssociation Office - Carpinteria, CA 93013## OverviewSalary Range$24.00 - $27.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull Time## Description**BENEFITS THAT BENEFIT YOU*** FREE YMCA Family Gym Membership and Program Discounts* FREE Medical HMO Plans Available, Long-term Disability, Employee Assistance Programs, Basic Life Insurance* Affordable Medical PPO Option* Education Assistance Program Up To $1,500 per year* YMCA Retirement Fund* Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, and Holidays* Flexible Schedule**What Does an Accounting Assistant Do?*** Enter and process third party payments and reconcile to member and organization accounts* Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure government and agency receivable transactions are estimated and recorded into the proper accounting period* Process physical and ACH payments received at the Association Office and complete deposit procedures related to those transactions* Prepare journal entries as needed* Serve as primary backup for Accounts Payable Manager* Generate financial reports related to accounts receivable, including aging reports, cash collections, and bad debt analysis and work with staff to update billing information and collect past due balances* Communicate, coordinate and train branch staff on proper membership and operating processes and procedures* Communicate to collection agencies and chargeback centers to ensure accuracy with members disputing charges, send to collections, or those removed from collections* Work with members and staff to resolve account discrepancies and/or ensure that payments are correctly applied and received in a timely fashion* Assist branches in processing and uploading any required data and information needed by third party agencies in their billing requirements* Utilize various communication channels, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to follow up with members and collect outstanding payments (i.e. dues and donations) in a confidential manner**Our Commitment to Belonging**At the Channel Islands YMCA, we are committed to building bridges within our communities. We aspire to create spaces, experiences, and a culture where all people belong and feel connected.#ciymcahigh## Qualifications* Must be at least 18 years old* Associate’s degree (Accounting or Finance preferred); related work experience may offset degree requirement* 2+ years' experience in related work preferred* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs and ability to quickly learn new systems* Knowledge of basic accounting principles* Complete required certifications within 60 days of hire* Complete all required Branch and Position specific trainings as required within two weeks of hire* Ability to obtain a criminal record clearance* Maintain a valid California driver’s license, active participation in the California DMV Pull Program, an acceptable driving record and approval status as determined by the Channel Islands YMCA and/or its insurance carrier #J-18808-Ljbffr