Accounting Associate / Bookkeeper, Part-Time

The Accounting Associate / Bookkeeper assists with accounts payable, recordkeeping, entries into the accounting system and some accounting / finance projects to support the financial function of the organization. The position reports to the Controller of a multi-million dollar not for profit located near Penn Station in New York City. Knowledge of QuickBooks is necessary as well as some understanding of an accounting function.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Work closely with the Controller on managing grant payments to grant recipients, and payments to consultants and other entities entering into contractual relationships with organization.

Collect and review timesheets for payroll, and track time off accruals for staff.

Process and reconcile credit card payments

Code and input invoices

Filing

Skills and Qualifications:
Undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting or finance preferred. Will also consider those in process of attaining such a degree.

Very well organized, with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy

Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word required, general office experience preferred

Working knowledge of QuickBooks

A commitment to social justice

Compensation and Hours:
This is a non-exempt, part-time position. Compensation is $20 per hour. Schedule is approximately 25 hours per week over three weekdays. Schedule is flexible, but would need a commitment to mutually agreed upon work days.

How to Apply:
Please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@bendthearc.us with the position title in the subject line of your message. We regret that we will not be able respond to all applicants. Only those considered for the position will be contacted to interview.

Bend the Arc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understand the scope of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, or responsibilities associated with the position.