Part Time Temporary Finance Associate at Schuyler Line Navigation Company in West Palm Beach, FL, USA

Job description

• Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, this part-time, temporary Finance Associate supports the accounts payable process by processing invoices within the company's financial systems, along with conducting research and completing special projects as assigned. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in corporate finance and accounting within the maritime industry. This is a temporary position which will be evaluated on a monthly basis and may last up to six months, working approximately 15–20 hours per week in our downtown West Palm Beach office between Monday and Thursday. The goal is to have this position until we have successfully implemented a new automated invoicing system. This position pays $15-20 per hour, is non-exempt, and is ineligible for company benefits.

Responsibilities

• A part-time temporary Finance Associate who processes vendor invoices in accounting software systems accurately and within established timeframes. Someone that assists with organizing and maintaining accounts payable documentation to support timely, accurate processing. A part-time temporary Finance Associate who supports the Finance Department in maintaining audit-ready documentation for invoices and payments.
• A part-time temporary Finance Associate who conducts research and completes special projects as assigned by the Accounting Supervisor. Someone who assists with process improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to streamline documentation and filing. A part-time temporary Finance Associate who helps document, update and test Standard Operating Procedures.
• A part-time temporary Finance Associate who corresponds with internal colleagues via e-mail, MS Teams, and in person to support accounts payable needs. Someone who maintains positive, professional communication and escalates questions or issues to supervisor as appropriate.

Requirements

• A part-time temporary Finance Associate with a high school diploma is required. Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a closely related field is a plus. Prior office, internship, or coursework experience in accounting or finance a plus; no prior professional experience required. Able to successfully pass a post-offer background check. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Comfortable working with confidential and sensitive information in a discreet, professional manner. Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel); basic to intermediate Excel skills preferred. Reliable, organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Required

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred

• Basic to intermediate Excel skills