Fiscal Assistant (Accounting) - Erie

Posted: Thursday, 24 July 2025
Valid Thru: Saturday, 23 August 2025
Index Requested on: 07/24/2025 19:20:11
Indexed on: 07/24/2025 19:20:11

Location: Erie, PA, 16501, US

Industry: Healthcare
Occupational Category: 43-6011.00 - Office and Administrative Support
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Barber National Institute is hiring!

Description:

Details:

Pay: $16.50/hour

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8: 00 AM – 4: 30 PM, 40 hours/week

Overview:

As a Fiscal Assistant at the Barber National Institute, you will support the accounting department with a focus on financial tracking, data management, and accounts payable. This is a highly responsible position requiring a strong attention to detail, accuracy in data entry, and familiarity with accounting processes. While you’ll report to the Accounts Payable Manager, much of your work will be performed independently.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, is organized, and wants to contribute to meaningful work within a team environment.

What You’ll Bring:

  • A high level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial recordkeeping and reporting.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills to handle multiple accounts and data sets
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism in communication.
  • Proficiency in Excel and the ability to work efficiently with digital systems.
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

What You’ll Have:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • High School Diploma required.
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience in an accounting-related position.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with general accounting and bookkeeping practices.

A Typical Day May Include:

  • Entering and coding data for accounts payable transactions.
  • Developing and entering journal entries to support general ledger accuracy.
  • Reconciling assigned accounts to ensure proper documentation and reporting.
  • Preparing, analyzing, and reviewing financial data reports.
  • Gathering financial and supporting documentation as requested.
  • Assisting with check runs and verifying vendor W-9s.
  • Performing clerical duties such as answering phones, filing, sorting mail, making copies, and typing.
  • Developing a strong understanding of all bookkeeping functions to support the broader accounting team.

Perks with a Purpose
Our benefits are created with YOU in mind.

Healthcare
• Highmark Medical and Mental Health
Employer-Sponsored Dental and Vision Coverage
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account• Teladoc Virtual Health
Financial Well-being
• 401K Retirement Savings option
• On-Demand Pay
• Employee Referral Bonus program
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts
• Employee Discounts
Life & Family Support
Free Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• LifeSolutions Employee Assistance Program
• Erie Campus*- discounted on-site weekday childcare
• Employee discounts for select events and services

Who is Barber National Institute?

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6, 200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE

Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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