Bookkeeper

Day-to-day management of accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger processing for two sets of books (LLC and Foundation) to ensure monthly financial reports are accurate and timely.  Assist team members as needed with other financial related needs and organizational continuous improvement initiatives.

Summary of Responsibilities

1. Accounts Payable – Ensure that all received receipts and invoices are coded and noted correctly and entered into the accounting software timely and checks are cut weekly to vendors, avoiding finance related charges. All received expenses for the prior month should be accounted for and entered by the 5th business day of the month.
2. Accounts Receivable – Ensure that all received client invoices and deposits are accurately processed, billed and recorded into the accounting software and submitted to the clients and appropriate staff by the 5th business day of the month.
3. General Ledger – Manage general ledger entries (income statement related), and provide updates to the business operations director for timely monthly financial statements. Review General Ledger Accounts monthly to ensure memos and expenses are accurate expensed and noted providing clear understanding of those months’ expenses. Monthly program allocations
4. Finance and Operations Support – Serve as administrative and back up support to Business Operations Team for finance and office administrative responsibilities.
5. Culture – Instill and model a culture of client focus, collaboration, discipline, continuous improvement and accountability focused on Joy’s mission and values.

 Requirements

• Applicant must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Applicant must be able to work in an office environment located in an outdoor setting.

 Qualifications

• College degree, professional certification or 3-5 years of experience in a related accounting field.
• Applicant must be organized, service oriented, have excellent communication skills, ability to manage multiple projects and possess a strong attention to detail.
• Experience working in a computerized office environment with a team orientation and multi-functional responsibilities. Strong computer competency with experience in QuickBooks and Microsoft software applications.
• Applicant must have prior experience working with automated payroll processing systems, computerized general ledger, accounting systems and fixed asset management systems. QuickBooks experience a plus.