Accounting Associate

The University's Center for Molecular and Genetic Medicine, located in Stanford, California, is currently seeking a meticulous and proactive Accounting Associate to join our team remotely. This role will support our esteemed Beckman Service Centers in handling billing, accounting, and purchasing functions with a focus on providing outstanding service to both internal researchers and external clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the CMGM Accounts Manager to manage billing, accounts receivable, and purchasing tasks for the Beckman Service Centers.
- Utilize monthly A/R Aging reports to prioritize and manage outstanding invoices.
- Liaise with the four service centers to gather billing information efficiently.
- Monitor accounts receivable transactions and communicate payment statuses to clients, ensuring timely collections.
- Assist in preparing monthly revenue journals for service centers.
- Support the CMGM Accountant in addressing ad hoc requests from Service Center Directors and CMGM Associate Director.
- Ensure accuracy in financial transactions, resolving any errors in accounting systems.
- Address billing inquiries and discrepancies from both internal and external stakeholders.
- Aid in procurement requests as necessary.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent with at least two years of relevant work experience.
- Proficiency in basic accounting procedures and familiarity with computerized office applications.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Effective communication skills to convey information clearly to various stakeholders.
Physical Requirements:
- Primarily desk-based computer tasks with occasional physical activities such as filing paperwork and lifting objects weighing 10 pounds or less.
- Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, and squat as needed.
Working Conditions:
- Flexibility to work extended hours during peak business cycles.
- This position is primarily remote, with approximately 10-25% of the annual work onsite as required by business needs.
Compensation and Benefits:
- The expected pay range for this position is $22.60 to $27.88 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- The University offers a comprehensive rewards package, which will be discussed during the hiring process.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 40,000.00 140,000.00 Per Year