Junior Business & Accounting Associate (Woodland Hills) in Woodland Hills, California at Work Creation Program

For over 30 years, Work Creation Program has been empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Southern California to build real-world independence.

We operate on a simple principle: the community is our classroom. Rather than spending days in a traditional workshop, our participants build vocational, social, and life skills directly out in local businesses, parks, and neighborhoods. Through our 1:3 and 1:4 staff-to-participant ratio day and behavior management programs, we provide the personalized support and positive guidance every individual needs to thrive.

Why Join Our Team?

When you work at WCP, you aren't just taking a job—you’re driving real change. Every day, our staff are out in the field mentoring participants, facilitating hands-on vocational training, and helping individuals connect with their local communities. If you are passionate about direct support, community empowerment, and making a tangible impact daily, WCP is the place for you.

About the role

• Support the administrative and financial operations of a mission-driven social services organization serving developmentally disabled adults. A great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in business management, billing, and nonprofit/social services accounting. Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Starting pay $20/hr plus $0.70/mile reimbursement; benefits after a 60-day period.

What you'll do

• Assist with daily accounting tasks: accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, and data entry into accounting software
• Manage and verify billing records for state/regional services and client funding programs
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports, expense tracking, and budget variance analyses
• Support the business office with document organization and compliance auditing of client files for our LA and OC offices
• Collaborate with program managers and the administrative team to ensure smooth financial operations

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent job experience)
• Proficiency in MS Excel (formulas, data organization); QuickBooks familiarity a strong plus
• High accuracy in data entry and a strong aptitude for numbers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Spanish a plus)
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive financial and client data
• Reliable vehicle with current registration/insurance and a clean driving record
• Available full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM