Thank you for your interest in employment with the Desert Research Institute. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:
If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, contact Human Resources Hotline at (775) 673-7431 or recruit@dri.edu.
Job Description
The Financial Services Office of the Desert Research Institute (DRI) is seeking a Student Accounting Assistant. Duties include general accounts payable functions including receiving and sorting mail, disbursing invoices, communicating with division and department business staff, data entry of accounting transactions into accounting system, reconciling miscellaneous financial accounts, assisting with front desk coverage; and other clerical duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
HS diploma or GED.
Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
Intermediate level of computer skills including experience with MS Office Suite.
Ability to work independently and carry out assignments with minimal supervision.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and distractions.
Strong degree of accuracy, reliability, sound judgment, attention to detail and ability to organize multiple sets of data and files.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
Must be able to follow instructions, prioritize and organize tasks and workload from multiple staff members.
Preferred Qualifications
One year full-time or equivalent accounting experience.
Accounting or business major/minor.
Experience using accounting systems including Workday or QuickBooks.
Compensation Grade/Benefits
This is a student hourly position with a starting minimum rate of $15 per hour. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Schedule
20 hours per week.
Physical Requirements
Requires physical ability to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; requires ability to lift, carry and move approximately 30 lbs.
Conditions of Employment
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check
To qualify for a student position, you MUST be enrolled at an NSHE institution in at least 6 credits
Exempt
NoFull-Time Equivalent
45.0%Required Attachment(s)
Please contact jobs@dri.edu if assistance is needed with DRI’s Workday application system. Please attached the following documents to the specified sections of your Workday application.
1. Cover letter detailing how your experience and qualifications prepare you for this job.
2. Current resume.
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made. For questions regarding this position, please call the recruiting office at 775-673-7431.
Posting Close Date
Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant notification and permission.
Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.
This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas).
All applicants hired by the Desert Research Institute are subject to E-Verify.