Accounting Assistant

Positions starting at $23.00 per hour! 

Are you interested in joining a rewarding non-profit career field with opportunities to make a difference in your community? The Arc invites you to join our team of value-driven and independent professionals.   Help us fulfill our mission to support individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives!  

Bring Your Experience to The Arc! Experience-based wages are available for those whose background is above and beyond the position's requirements. 

What is this job all about?   

We’re on the lookout for a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Accounting Assistant to join our team and support the Senior Accountant II in overseeing the financial operations of the Individualized Supported Living (ISL) program! In this vital role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact by helping manage personal spending, ensure accurate financial reporting, and maintain budgetary controls for the program’s funds. 

If we didn’t get your attention yet - The Arc of the Ozarks also offers competitive pay and benefits. 

What will my day-to-day responsibilities look like? 

You’ll be a key player in a Program Services department that supports individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness, and/or autism spectrum disorders. While this isn’t a direct client-facing position, it’s crucial to understand and be responsive to the unique needs of these individuals, who may face challenges such as impulsive behaviors, poor decision-making, and medical complications. 

As an Accounting Assistant, you’ll be responsible for: 

• Recording and reconciling ISL accounting transactions 

• Assisting with the development of ISL budgets 

• Managing monthly billing for services 

• Maintaining and tracking systems for ISL exception reporting 

• Ensuring all personal plans are up-to-date and properly filed 

• Filing incident reports and tracking monthly manager checklists 

• Distributing physician orders to various departments 

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and help support meaningful outcomes for individuals in the ISL program, we want to hear from you! 

What do I need to be successful in this position? 

• Experience maintaining statistical information preferred. 

• Associate’s degree in accounting or 1-2 years Bookkeeping/Accounting Experience. 

• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office. 

• Experience in accounting software preferred. 

Here’s a little more: 

• Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization.  

• Setup for success with paid initial and ongoing training certifications and Professional Development Opportunities (CPR/ First Aid, etc.) 

• Potential for annual wage increases. 

• Retirement Plan – Match up to 4% after one year. 

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in individual's lives, click on the link and apply now to join our team! 

Looking for more information? 

• Give us a call at 417-771-3700  

  •  Ask for the Talent Acquisition Team 

• Send us an Email at [email protected] 

  • Don't forget to include your name and the position/location you are interested in. 

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