FULL TIME

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

$21.11 - $25.31/hour DOE

Non-exempt

This position is an administrative position assisting the Finance Director to maintain a system of financial management and internal controls that meets the requirements of the Organization and its funders. Employee in this position must have the ability to temporarily maintain the work load of any position in the Finance Department. Also necessary are technical skills to perform data processing of computerized payroll and financial record-keeping systems, and generate reports for the Board of Directors, management staff and/or funding sources. Employee is responsible for monitoring all transactions to assure compliance with grant requirements and Organization policies.

  EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

· Required: High school diploma/GED or an Associate’s in a related field, with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in accounting and financial management. Must possess a working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, including records management and filing system maintenance.

· Preferred: Bachelor of Arts (BA), or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Accounting. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, subject to approval by the Executive Director and Finance Director.

• Functional knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and filing system maintenance.

• Governmental and fund accounting experience preferred.

• Minimum of three years computer related experience.

• Paylocity and/or Financial Edge experience preferred.

• Ability to pass criminal history background check.  

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, in oral and written format.

• Ability to prepare reports, including ability to assemble information in software programs.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Demonstrated understanding of business financial concepts such as indirect costs, depreciation, cost allocation, deferred revenue, etc.

• Ability to apply appropriate mathematical formulas; add, subtract, multiply, divide, to use decimals and percentages; ability to compute interest, profit and loss, ratios and proportions.

• A solid understanding of bookkeeping procedures including crediting and debiting appropriate accounts, posting entries to ledger accounts, and reconciling account

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times, including the ability to recognize situations in which confidentiality is required.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with SoCoCAA staff and management, community members, consultants, and the public.

• Ability to analyze issues, compare alternatives and make logical decisions based on available information.

• Ability to seek and find additional information when needed.

• Must work independently, with minimum supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lifting a minimum of 25 pounds may be required.
• Work will require the extensive use of computers with exposure to video display terminals, the need to work in front of a computer terminal for extended periods of time and repetitive motion with data entry and the use of a computer mouse.
• Adequate hearing is required to hear/talk with all individuals, and to use telephones on a consistent basis.
• Position involves occasional standing or kneeling and long periods of sitting. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Work is performed in an office setting with some exposure to environmental stress, and frequent interruptions.
• The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.
• Frequent communication with employees and others on a daily basis, including written communication, telephone, and face-to-face interaction is required.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to operate various types of office equipment.
• Proficient use of a 10-key calculator
• Considerable knowledge of accounting software, especially fund accounting software.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Sick leave 
• Annual Leave
• 401K
• Dental, vision, medical after 3 months of full-time employment
• Employee Life Insurance
• Employee AD&D
• Employee LTD