Financial Assistant - JFK John F. Kennedy Airport - Part-time

Posted: Wednesday, 15 October 2025
Valid Thru: Friday, 14 November 2025
Index Requested on: 10/16/2025 02:03:46
Indexed on: 10/16/2025 02:03:46

Location: Jamaica, NY, 11405, US

Industry: Travel, Transportation and Tourism
Occupational Category: 43-3000.00 - Office and Administrative Support
Type of Employment: PART_TIME

Smarte Carte is hiring!

Description:

Financial Assistant – JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport - Part-Time

$20.75 - $21.75 / hour

Approximately 20 hours a week

Available to work weekends and holidays as needed

BENEFITS for Part-Time Hires

Smarte Carte Inc. offers for part-time employees Company Paid Sick Time, Matching 401k, Overtime and Holiday Overtime.

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Smarte Carte, Inc. is the leading concessionaire of self-serve vended luggage carts, electronic lockers, commercial strollers and massage chairs, as well as other passenger and guest services.

Smarte Carte is headquartered in St. Paul, MN and has operations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, Sweden, and United Kingdom.

Are you looking for a job with a flexible schedule, great pay, and a fantastic work environment? Are you looking for a place to develop and build your career? Do you like to have your voice heard and be involved in process improvements? Then Smarte Carte is the place for you! A positive attitude and willingness to learn are the top qualities for our ideal candidate. Smarte Carte prides itself on having a diverse and inclusive workforce. All genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Smarte Carte is focused on being environmentally responsible by owning/operating recyclable equipment and reducing our carbon footprint.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Financial Assistant collects, counts, deposits cash. Collects, enters usage and cash transaction data, and maintains financial records.

Essential Functions

  • Cash Handling; must be able to handle cash quickly and accurately.
  • Performing account reconciliations and audits.
  • Collecting Cash/Coins, preparing deposits and ordering coins
  • Reporting financial discrepancies, errors, and other issues to the supervisor.
  • Compiling financial spreadsheets, reports, statements, and other documents, as needed.
  • Driving company vehicle around terminals to perform daily collection. Be able to walk the Airport Terminals for collections and distributing change.
  • Updating and maintaining the database, financial records, and filing systems.
  • Tracking and monitoring financial transactions.
  • Reviewing financial records, documents, and information to ensure their accuracy.
  • Assisting with administrative tasks such as filling out forms, filing etc.
  • Other duties as assigned by management

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience working as a financial assistant or other similar role.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent Attention to details a must.

EDUCATION

  • High School degree or GED (with relevant work experience) required; Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or similar preferred

LICENSE & CERTIFICATION

  • Valid Drivers’ license
  • Ability to attain Airport Badge

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Stand, walk and sit for extended periods of time
  • Type/data entry for extended periods of time
  • Lift 40 lbs. to waist height
  • Push/pull 75 – 100 lbs.

Experience

Required
  • Cash Handling; must be able to handle cash quickly and accurately
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite
  • 2 year(s): Financial Assistant or similar experience

Education

Required
  • High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required
  • Drivers License
  • Airport Badge

Skills

Required
  • Time Management
  • Communication
  • Computer
  • Attention to detail
  • Prioritizing
  • Data Analysis
  • Flexibility
  • Problem Solving
  • Driving
  • Customer Service
  • Decision Making
  • Reporting

Behaviors

Required
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
  • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Required
  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Preferred
  • Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer
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Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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