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ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR - SR. ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR - Accounting Assistant at Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, TX
About the Job
Who We Are:
Our goal is to process the financial records in a timely and accurate manner. Cost Accounting is responsible for preparing the operating statements and internal unaudited financial statements on a periodic basis. In addition, to responding to inquiries about expense details and capital assets. By joining our team, you will receive $500 on your first paycheck minus applicable taxes.
Objectives of this Role:
- Provide administrative support for the department, including meeting scheduling, calendar management and coordination of visitors.
- Assist other administrative staff as required in team working environment, working with limited supervision. Function as administrative liaison between various Division/Institute and Department offices.
- Maintain awareness and understanding of Cost Accounting operating policies, procedures, and processes as a resource to Department staff.
- Assist with transaction review for determination of proper account coding.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support for the department, including meeting scheduling, calendar management and coordination of visitors.
- Research and resolve discrepancies timely to include communication with SwRI employees, Purchasing Department and other Institute staff.
- Assist with special projects or audit requests as requested that will impact business operations and process improvements.
- Respond to Institute staff inquiries and research requests in a timely manner.
- Must be detail oriented and organized.
Requirements:
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
- Accounting, Secretarial, Clerical classes or continuing education are preferred
- 6 years: Experience with personal computers with an ability to type and efficiently operate a 10-key. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advance skills in Excel.
- 2 years: Knowledge of general business practices and procedures with an ability to maintain organization of assignments to meet tight deadlines.
- 2 years: Must be able to exercise discretion and independent judgment, diligence and attention to detail in the completion of assigned tasks and projects.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required