Student Assistant - Accounting

USAC is a non-profit, university-affiliated study abroad organization headquartered on the campus of the University of Nevada, Reno. Since 1982, USAC has provided opportunities for students to gain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed in the global society. USAC currently operates 50+ programs in 28 countries.  

USAC's success is a result of our staff -- both in the U.S. and abroad-- as well as strong relationships with U.S. universities. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best and seek high-energy individuals who believe in the importance of international education and enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with an energetic, entrepreneurial spirit who is looking to work for an organization that values diversity. 

POSITION OVERVIEW 

The Student Assistant works closely with Accounting Department staff. The employee will have good computer skills, time management, and experience with Microsoft Office (especially Excel).  The employee will also be friendly, helpful, and willing to learn and tackle new challenges in a busy work environment.  

POSITION TYPE & EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK 

This is a part-time, non-exempt, and non-benefitted position. It will be paid on an hourly basis. This role is working in the office in Reno. This is not a remote position. 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

Will assist the Student Accounting Specialists as needed, to include communicating by telephone and email with USAC students regarding the following:

Missed payment deadlines

Assisting students with Payment Plans

Assisting students with Financial Aid Deferments

Work will vary from general office work, clerical level tasks, general ledger and assisting accounting management on various projects or reports and to include, as examples:

Data input

Reconcile data from different systems or sources

Assist with research for projects

Preparing schedules in Excel

Pick up or drop off mail, sort and distribute mail

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

REQUIREMENTS  

Current UNR or TMCC student 

Available to work 12-19 hours a week 

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS 

Advanced level of written and oral communication skills 

Detail oriented and well organized 

Strong analytical skills (critical thinking), creative problem-solving, organization, and development  

Excellent customer service, human relations, and interpersonal skills as well as good listening skills  

Confidentiality 

Ability to work independently with minimal direction 

Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and current software applications including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook) 

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The duties of this job are mainly performed in a regular office environment with occasional small trips outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk throughout the building. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.