Administrative Assistant (Accounting)

**Administrative Assistant (Accounting)****Description****AGS, an Akima Company,** specializes in compliant, innovative, and efficient detention management, health services, and records and document management services. AGS safeguards some of the most demanding missions facing key federal agencies including the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Air Force. We offer rewarding and challenging roles as well as competitive benefits packages and opportunity for career growth. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), 100% of our companys profits go back to our 14,300 Iupiat shareholders that have resided near and above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. Our business helps support their way of life and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived in a challenging environment.**Job responsibilities:**+ Facilitate timely and accurate data entry into Keefe computer system.+ Complete accurate and timely reconciliation of daily cash and check transactions, safe balance and monthly bank balance.+ Identify and resolve vendor invoice discrepancies+ Complete accurate and timely cash and check distributions+ Maintain accurate records of receipts, cash and check transactions.+ Update and maintain accounting journals/ledgers+ Request pricing, delivery information, and invoices from Vendors+ Process credit card transactions and timely submit invoices for payment+ Prepare, review, and verify purchase requisitions and orders.+ Accurately reconcile processed work by comparing monthly reports verifying entries.+ Answering the phone and responding to e-mails in a timely manner+ All other duties as assigned.**Qualifications****Minimum Qualifications:**+ US citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the United States for permanent residence and have resided in the U.S. for the last five years+ Associates Degree in Accounting is desired+ Pass a criminal background and consumer credit check (no criminal record)+ Obtain and maintain a DHS/ICE government clearance+ Pass all pre-employment and random drug tests+ At least 21 years of age+ Possess a valid state driver's license+ The candidate must be trustworthy+ The candidate must have a minimum of one year of experience as at least one year accounting experience.+ Knowledge of day-to-day operation of a commissary department+ Maintain confidentiality+ Possess a high degree of integrity, accountability and adhere to the American Correctional Association and DHS ICE standardsThe duties and responsibilities listed in this job description generally cover the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Subject to the terms of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the company management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted._We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law_ .We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you have a physical and/or mental disability and are interested in applying for employment and need special accommodations to use our website to apply for a position please contact, Recruiting Services at job-assist@akima.com or [Register to View] . Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.The dedicated email and telephonic options above are reserved only for individuals with disabilities needing accessibility assistance to apply to an open position using our website.Please do not use the dedicated email or phone number above to inquire on the status of your job application._In order for our company to stay compliant with government regulations, please apply on line. Please DO NOT email resumes or call in lieu of applying online unless you have a physical and/or mental disability and need assistance with the online application._**Job:** Office & Administrative Support**Primary Location:** US-FL-Miami**Shift:** Day Job**Req ID:** AGS01104