Accounting Assistant

JOB TITLE: Accounting Assistant 

DEPARTMENT: Accounting 

REPORTS TO: Director, Accounting 

CLASSIFICATION: Temporary, Part-Time, Non-Exempt 

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: Partial 

GENERAL SUMMARY 

Under the supervision of the Director, Accounting, the Accounting Assistant provides project support for software implementation, audit preparation, drafting policy and procedures, and providing back up support for accounting processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections management, and other processes.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Complete data and analysis projects to support accounting software implementation.  
• Document and update templates, policies, and procedures for new accounting processes. 
• As assigned examine, verify, and reconcile account transactions for accuracy for accounts payable and accounts receivable. 
• Provide back up support for processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions as assigned.   
• Support accounting liaison duties including report preparation and transaction processing 
• Complete tasks and reports to support audit preparations.  
• Apply DIA values to interactions to support a culture of belonging among internal and external stakeholders.   
• Perform other duties as assigned.  

QUALIFICATIONS 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE  

Some college or associate degree in accounting and finance required. Experience with financial/accounting software required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES  

• Demonstrated research and analysis skills to identify critical information and complete projects and goals. 
• Demonstrated ability to work with attention to detail and produce accurate results. 
• Demonstrated skills to prioritize and complete multiple tasks to meet deadlines and goals. 
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to changes in priorities based on operational need.  
• Must possess a demonstrated understanding of ethical business conduct and professional practices including maintenance and protection of confidential and sensitive information. 
• Must be proficient in latest version of Office 365, including SharePoint, Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel. 
• Must have proficiency in the use of remote work technology such as scheduling with, connecting to, and using digital collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams. 
• Must be able to establish and maintain professional, productive, and courteous interactions that promote positive teamwork. This encompasses going beyond giving and receiving instructions and includes but is not limited to (a) performing work activities requiring interacting or speaking with others; and (b) responding appropriately to constructive feedback or suggestions for improvement from a supervisor.   

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Upon receiving notice, reasonable accommodations may be made, if possible, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange accurate information using various methods including in-person, telephone, and email.  

This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor’s ability to modify work assignments as appropriate. 

THE DETROIT INSTITUTE OF ARTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.