Accounting Clerk Houston Museum of Natural Science
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 17 - 22
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Listing: Accounting Clerk
At Sodexo Live! we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans visitors guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; its a chance to be part of something greater. Here youll build a career where everyday is anything but normal.
Our experiences are unique and so are our people. Bring your personality your background and your desire to delight return well give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all youll return home knowing that youve played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.
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Location: We are seeking an experienced Accounting Clerk for the Houston Museum of Natural Science.
The Houston Museum of Natural Science was founded in 1909 on the idea that science can enhance everyones lives. As one of the most heavily attended museums in the United States and a favorite thing to do in Houston HMNS at Hermann Park has five floors of permanent exhibits spanning astronomy space science Native American culture paleontology energy chemistry geology seashells and Texas wildlife alongside a slew of rotating special exhibitions.
Principal Function:
The Accounting Clerk is an entry level accounting position which requires strong numbers orientation problem-solving skills research skills computer skills and attention to detail.
The Accounting Clerk is responsible for providing accounting support to the Accounting Manager or other management personnel within the business unit. They will perform basic accounting tasks such as keying daily worksheets into the general ledger system ensuring files are complete and maintained handling accounts receivable or payable duties and other functions to generally support the department.
This position may be found in a variety of Sodexo Live! business environments of varying size and volume to include convention centers sporting or events arenas or other entertainment-related venues. The Accounting Clerk will typically work as part of a larger accounting team.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Support the Accounting function and maximize Sodexo Live!s revenue and operational excellence through performance of varied accounting tasks and duties.
- Contribute to the efficient operation of the business unit by inputting and processing accounting related data to maximize revenues and profits.
- Contribute to goal of making Sodexo Live! #1 in Event Hospitality and the #1 Employer of Choice through personal commitment and leading by example.
Qualifications/Skills:
Required:
- High school diploma some college and/or appropriate combination of education and work experience to support on-the-job effectiveness.
- Six months of previous experience or exposure to accounting principles and procedures.
- Ability to work independently exercising appropriate skills for effective judgment creative problem solving and taking initiative.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to deliver and interpret information across various sources.
- Exceptional ability to provide a high level of customer service.
- Numbers orientation with ability to accurately compute various mathematical equations.
- Exceptional computer literacy with Microsoft Office Suite software.
Preferred:
- College degree in Business Accounting or a related field of study.
- Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management; Ability to promote and participate in team environment concepts.
- Self-starter who can work independently and on several tasks/projects simultaneously and who can contribute to functional areas of the business outside of the finance area.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Initiative in identifying and resolving problems timely and effectively.
Other Requirements:
- Requires lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular and continuing basis. Must be able to work in extremes of cold and heat.
Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights weekends and holidays.
Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted your resume will remain on file for 90 days.
Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex age genetic information status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal State or Local law.
Interested applicants must be at least 21 years of age and be able to pass a background screening.
Key Skills
- Invoicing
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- Customer Service
- Vendor Management
- Accounting & Finance
- Recounciling
- General Ledger Accounting
- Mathematics
- Microsoft Excel
- Reporting
- Financial statement
- Inventory Management
- ACCA
- Bookkeeping
About Company
Sodexo integrates catering, facilities management, and employee benefits services to create an improved quality of life for the people we serve, our clients, employees, customers and the community.
