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 as needed in Staff Accounting, to include working with staff on the following functions: Program financials – assist the Staff Accountant and Senior Accountant in the preparation of the monthly Specialty Program financials from our abroad programs. This includes review of the checkbook accounting prepared the Resident Directors of each program for propriety, general ledger coding, balancing, review of documentation, and conversion of foreign currency transactions to USD. Other staff accounting work as needed. 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 Accounting & Finance courses, with Intermediate Accounting level courses preferred 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.