Billing and Accounting Assistant - Cyert Center for Early Education

Carnegie Mellon University’s Cyert Center for Early Education (CCEE) is searching for a Billing and Accounting Assistant to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by assisting CCEE management with daily operational activities within the department, including workflow and operational initiatives, enrollment support, and Cyert Center tuition processing.

Core responsibilities include:

• Perform bookkeeping duties, including tracking expenses, reconciling accounts, processing invoices, and ensuring timely payments.
• Assist and support managers in the daily coordination and management of business operations, with a strong focus on bookkeeping and financial record-keeping.
• Maintain clear, accurate financial records, reports, and operational documents for reference and compliance purposes.
• Ensure all financial activities comply with organizational policies, procedures, and generally accepted accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development, monitoring, and adjustment of budgets to support financial planning and operational efficiency.
• Support audits, financial reporting, and tax preparation as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the Cyert Center for Early Education. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

You should demonstrate:

• Strong analytical skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience (Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance preferred)
• 1-3 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, Business administration or a related field
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Higher education Human Resources experience preferred
• Must pass a pre-employment physical exam (including TB test), as per Department of Human Services childcare certification requirements.

Additional Information:

• Sponsorship : Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. Carnegie Mellon University will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon.
• This is a part-time (25-30 hours/week), non-exempt position based in Pittsburgh, PA

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Program, Project and Operations Management

Position Type

Staff – Regular

Full Time/Part time

Part time

Pay Basis

Hourly

More Information:

• Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world.
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• Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
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