Part-Time Accounting Specialist - Accounts Payable (Finance)
LifeWorks of Austin, TX is looking for a temporary part-time Accounting Specialist to join our Finance & Accounting team! The Accounting Specialist works in a paperless fast paced/high volume environment and is responsible for processing accounts payable invoices, check requests and weekly check runs in adherence to generally accepted accounting principles and agency policies and procedures. The Accounting Specialist maintains a positive work environment, by interacting and communicating professionally and collaboratively with vendors, clients, coworkers, supervisors and the public while achieving performance expectations.
This is a long-term, temporary position that is scheduled to end in September 2026. This position will be hired through our partner agency TCW Global. The expected rate of pay for this position will range from $29.02-$31.71/hr. depending upon experience. This position is scheduled to work part-time, up to 24 hours per week.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Primary person responsible for processing accounts payable which includes invoices/check requests, rush checks, expenses reports and company Visa credit cards.
- Ensures check requests are properly approved, documented, and coded correctly; prints checks and ensures they are timely and accurately distributed.
- Pulls activity of bank accounts on a daily basis and provides to counterparts for further processing.
- Uploads files to the bank for Positive Pay.
- Researches and resolves outstanding bank reconciliation items.
- Reconciles vendor statements and resolves any issues or discrepancies.
- Posts ACH/EFT payments to vendors to the appropriate accounts.
- Prepares and deposits AR checks and Money Orders using scanner to the bank and assist when needed in recording the transactions into NetSuite.
- Maintains vendor files including W-9s.
- Maintains confidentiality regarding client and staff information, and fiscal decisions.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field;
- Requires minimum 2+ years of accounting experience; or
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of computerized accounting systems NetSuite preferred.
- Proficient level experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
ABOUT LIFEWORKS
With more than 50 years of experience working with youth experiencing homelessness, youth aging out of foster care, young adults, and young parents, LifeWorks is committed to solving youth homelessness through housing, mental health, education, and workforce services. Our vision is a Central Texas where every young person has a place to call home, a sense of belonging, and the support to pursue a life they love.
We provide a full range of support services for vulnerable youth, ensuring that every young person has access to a safe home, the chance to heal, and opportunities to learn and work. Through innovative problem-solving, shared accountability, and evidence-based solutions, we are relentless in achieving real, sustainable, and measurable results for the clients we serve.
A career at LifeWorks offers opportunities to grow professionally while making an immediate, lasting impact on the lives of youth and families in our community. Join us in building a future where every young person has the stability and support to thrive.
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