Accounting Clerk; Finance Assistant

About the position Responsibilities • Record financial transactions, including entering invoices, receipts, and payments into accounting software. • Process accounts payable by verifying invoices, ensuring timely vendor payments, and maintaining payment records. • Process accounts receivable by preparing and issuing customer invoices, processing payments, and reconciling accounts. • Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, accounts payable, and receivable, ensuring financial records match bank statements and resolving discrepancies. • Maintain financial records by organizing and storing both physical and electronic records, ensuring they are accessible for audits and reporting. • Verify financial data by ensuring accuracy through verification and cross-referencing, and investigating and correcting discrepancies. • Perform general clerical duties, including answering inquiries about invoices and payments, communicating with vendors and team members to resolve issues, and handling filing, scanning, and other administrative tasks. Requirements • Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or related field (bachelor's preferred) or equivalent experience. • Work experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or related roles. • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word). • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Willingness to learn and adapt in a growing nonprofit organization. • Knowledge of financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, and reconciliations. • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Nice-to-haves • Experience with QuickBooks (1 year preferred). • Experience with Microsoft Office (2 years preferred). • Experience in accounting (2 years preferred). Benefits • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Apply tot his job