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Accounting Assistant

Institute for Human Service
Honolulu, HI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
IHS seeks a caring and qualified professional with accounting experience, preferably in AR or AP. If you're looking for a mission driven organization dedicated to helping the at risk and homeless in our community, this is a great opportunity to give back while sharing your talents and accounting experience!
 

Summary:

Responsible for providing accounting support to the finance department. Key daily worksheets to the general ledger system, ensure files are complete and maintained as needed, handle assigned accounts payable duties, and assist employees with payments and invoices. Part-time during normal business hours. 


Essential Functions:

  1. Demonstrate excellent customer service consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization.

  2. Perform accounting and clerical functions to support the finance team.

  3. Research, track, and resolve accounting discrepancies, missing receipts, invoices etc.

  4. Compile and sort invoices and checks.

  5. Code, prepare and issue checks for accounts payable.

  6. Record business transactions and key daily worksheets to the general ledger system.

  7. Receive, record and process funds received through Kokua Accounts.

  8. Provide front desk customer service to employees in need of assistance.

  9. Protect and safeguard confidential financial information.  


Competencies:

  1. Math/Basic Accounting

  2. Time Management/Organization

  3. Attention to detail

  4. Problem Solving and Analysis

  5. Communication


Required Education and Experience:

  1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

  2. One to two years of accounting experience with general ledger functions and supporting accounting staff in busy office setting.

  3. Strong computer and MS Excel skills with experience in accounting software.


Preferred Education and Experience:

  1. Associate’s Degree in Accounting or 

  2. Currently enrolled in Bachelor's program.




IHS is an EEO, Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace and an Employer of National Service.

Salary : $19 - $21

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