Accounting Specialist

Position Title: Accounting Specialist

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Pay Rate: $20.00/hour 

Adventure Science Center’s mission is to ignite curiosity, empower exploration, and cultivate deeper connections to the world of science. 

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for performing a range of supportive accounting functions.  This role offers opportunities for professional growth, and as knowledge, skills, and expertise are demonstrated, responsibilities will expand to include entering invoices, managing the shared purchasing mailbox, communicating with vendors, maintaining accounts payable documentation, processing change orders, reconciling petty cash, completing monthly account reconciliations, preparing journal entries, depositing checks, and other accounting and administrative support tasks as assigned.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Support Accounts Payable process

· Support Cash Management process

· Prepare monthly reports

· Prepare journal entries along with supporting documentation

· Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma required. An Associate's degree, progress toward a college degree, or relevant professional experience is preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including composing business emails. 
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to be detail-oriented, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy.
• Ability to foster a positive and cooperative work environment across departments.
• High level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Commitment to excellent customer service and continuous improvement for both internal and external stakeholders.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS 

• The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire regulations. 
• Typically, walking, standing, bending, and carrying light items (up to 20 pounds unassisted), and 50 lbs assisted are required. At times, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work.  Also, the employee must have manual dexterity, visual and auditory acuity. 
• Some repetitive motion is involved. 

HOW TO APPLY  

To be considered for this position, please submit a resume and contact information for three professional references.  

No phone calls, please. Due to the volume of applications received, we will only contact candidates selected for interviews.  

BENEFITS AND PERKS 

• Free onsite parking 
• 401(k) with Employer Match 
• Complimentary membership to Adventure Science Center 
• Free or discounted admission to local venues including The Nashville Zoo, The Frist Art Museum, Nashville Shores, Cheekwood Estate and Gardens, and more! 
• Employee Assistance Program (Free Counseling and Legal Services) 
• Eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness 

Adventure Science Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

This is intended to be a description of the general nature and level of work to be performed. This position profile should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. These responsibilities and duties are subject to change at any time based on organizational needs.