Accounting Associate

The Institute for Human Services, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Institute for Human Services, Inc. (IHS) is Hawaii's leading provider of homelessness services, offering emergency shelters, housing programs, health services, and employment support.

The Accounting Assistant will handle essential accounting tasks including A/P, A/R, cash receipts, general ledger, and payroll processing in a part-time role. Regular hours are Monday to Friday with a flexible schedule in Honolulu.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or related field.
• 1–3 years accounting experience with general ledger.
• Advanced MS Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate accounts payable processing and reconciliation.
• Support accounts receivable and billing processes.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end closing.
• Manage bank reconciliations and cash receipts.
• Maintain organized accounting files and records.

Skills

Accounting basics

Payroll support

MS Excel

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Associate Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Institute for Human Services (IHS) is Hawaii's most comprehensive human services agency dedicated to ending and preventing homelessness. For over 45 years, we've been at the forefront of creating tailored solutions for those in crisis, offering a continuum of care that includes emergency shelters, housing programs, health services, employment assistance, and outreach.

The Accounting Assistant is responsible for all accounting related functions as assigned including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, bank reconciliation and payroll processing. This position supports day-to-day functions with focus on accounts receivable and accounts payable. The Accounting Assistant assists with billing, audits, and journal entries.

Compensation

Starting from $19.00 hourly, actual pay commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate excellent customer service consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization.
• Communicate with the management team to ensure accounting processes are maintained and timely.
• Process accounts payable invoices previously approved for payment; maintain and reconcile accounts payable/receivable files and provide assistance in closing month end.
• Process checks and appropriately code items for entry into the accounting system
• Prepare and process checks and/or documents to be mailed out on a timely basis

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting principles/procedures and payroll support.
• Strong organization skills with an excellent ability to communicate (written/verbal) effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Excel.
• Possess personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to mission.
• Flexible and able to multitask; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment

Required Education And Experience

• Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field.
• One to three years of accounting experience with general ledger functions and financial statements
• Advanced MS Excel skills.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

Regular Part-Time classification. General business hours M-F, flexible schedule that meets department's needs. Hours and days may vary based on the needs of the organization.

IHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, maintains a Drug and Alcohol-free Workplace, and is proud to be an employer of national service.