Student Assistant - Accounts Receivable Clerk

• Base Pay $18.27 - $24.62 / Hour
• Job Category Part-time, Off-campus , Housing & Community Development
• Employee Type Student Assistant
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

The Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) with the Accounting Branch is seeking to hire for a student assistant to help support with the day-to-day financial operations, data analysis, and compliance. The student assistant will consist of clerical, and administrative duties related to all things accounting and is geared for an undergraduate student to leave room for career advancement. The student assistant will gain skills and knowledge related to accounting functions and assist with operational continuity for our Branch.

This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.

Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.

UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week’s notice.

UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment.

Students must be enrolled in at least: six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.
Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting.

Accounting.

F lexible workdays and work hours, Monday – Friday, between 8 AM – 5 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.

Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 24 hours per workweek (Sunday – Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).

$18.27 to $24.62 per hour.

• Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new processes, systems, and responsibilities.
• Strong customer service background with effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interested in developing a long-term career in accounting and gaining hands-on experience.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles with a strong willingness to learn and develop.
• Detail-oriented and accurate when handling financial and customer information.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Dependable and professional, with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a team.
• Trusted to handle confidential financial and customer information with discretion.
• Motivated to grow professionally and contribute positively to the accounting team.

• Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.