Job Details
Description
Job Title: Accounting Assistant
Salary: $17 per hour
Benefits: 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, etc.
Hours: up to 25 hours per week
Reports to: Sr. Director of Finance
Location: St. Lucie County
* JOB PURPOSE
Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County takes changing the lives of youth to heart. We go above and beyond to ensure that every youth who walks through our doors has a world class club experience that provides them with the opportunity for a GREAT FUTURE!
The basic functions of the Accounting Assistant are to process the day-to-day accounting tasks for the organization and to support analysis for reporting to guide management in the business decision making process necessary to facilitate the achievement of desired business results on a weekly, quarterly, and monthly basis.
2. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities are, but not limited to:
* Assist with month and year-end close
* Process incoming mail concerning billing and invoicing
* Reconcile payable reports to ensure all amounts paid were accurate
* Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts payable
* Maintain a system to account for financial transactions by following a chart of accounts
* Maintain accuracy of accounts by verifying, allocating, and posting transactions
* Balance accounts by reconciling entries in a timely fashion
* Organize and update relevant data using computer applications
* Accurately and efficiently type and word-process various documents and electronic information
* Maintain historical records
OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
* Support other staff with projects as needed
* Work closely with the Sr. Director of Finance and Chief Finance Officer
* Complete any additional assignments as requested by Management.
3. QUALIFICATIONS
BACKGROUND SCREENING
* Must submit to and pass Level 2 background screening through the Florida Department of Children & Families.
* Must pass pre-employment drug test
CERTIFICATIONS
* None specified
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Associate Degree, two or more years accounting of finance experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a non-profit environment.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
* Working experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, G/L
* Proficient in Word and Excel
* Sage knowledge
* Strong attention to detail
* Strong organizational and analytical skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as discounts, interest, and percentages
* Strong oral and written communication skills
* Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with critical deadlines
* Ability to interact with all levels of management and team members
* Non-profit and/or Charitable Foundation skills helpful
* Ability to consistently meet all deadlines
TRAVEL
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected for training and/or other business purposes.
4. WORKING CONDITIONS
Our offices, neighborhood clubhouses, and school-based clubs are fast-paced work environments and are strategically located in areas of St. Lucie County where youth need us most. Based on the organization's needs, flexibility to work different schedules and work in different locations in St. Lucie County is required due to changing business demands. General office conditions are the standard work environment (standing, sitting, and walking Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke, drug, and alcohol-free workplace.
5. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
* The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling, stooping/kneeling, reaching with hands and arms, and finger dexterity.
* This position requires extended talking, listening, sitting, walking, and standing; computer viewing, and keyboard entry. Regularly lifting up to 25 pounds.
* Daily operation of personal motor vehicle relevant to carrying out job duties is required for this position.
* Ability to think strategically and ability to sit for more than four hours per day.
OTHER
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time with or without notice.