Student Government Accounting Student Staff
WORKING TITLE: SGA Student Staff
DEPARTMENT: Student Government Accounting (SGA)
PAY RATE: $19.75/hour
HOURS: 10โ15 hours/week; MonโFri between 7:00amโ7:00pm
Summer availability preferred
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
โ Audit and process requisitions for USAC and GSA funding disbursement
โ Generate purchase orders, and process vendor invoices
โ Input and maintain accurate data in accounting systems
โ Ability to identify variances, discrepancies and provide appropriate resolutions.
โ Prepare and distribute weekly checks.
โ Communicate with Finance Commissioner, Funding Directors, and student organization leaders to resolve requisition issues
โ Respond to student inquiries in person, by phone, and via email
โ Perform administrative tasks such as scanning, filing, shredding and phone support
โ Proofread and fact-check documents for accuracy
โ Ensure compliance with funding policies and procedures
โ Conduct high-volume data processing.
QUALIFICATIONS:
โ Currently enrolled UCLA student
โ Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
โ Strong written and verbal communication skills
โ Typing and data entry proficiency
โ Willing to learn new software and processes
โ Basic understanding of accounting principles (GAAP preferred)
REQUIREMENTS:
โ Available to work 10โ15 hours per week during standard business hours
โ Highly organized, detail-oriented, and resourceful
โ Demonstrates strong problem-solving and customer service abilities
โ Capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
โ Proactive and self-motivated with a positive attitude
โ Personable with a strong customer service focus
โ Demonstrates initiative and maintains a high level of professionalism
โ Able to multitask and manage a variety of responsibilities effectively
โ Works efficiently with strong attention to detail
โ Receptive to feedback and able to incorporate constructive criticism effectively
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Acquire practical experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume accounting environment. Build foundational knowledge of fund accounting and GAAP principles while strengthening professionalism, phone etiquette, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
BENEFITS:
UCLA Student Store Discount
Registered UCLA Students Only
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and receipt of satisfactory results of a background check, continued Live Scan monitoring, and Employment Misconduct Disclosure.