Accounting Clerk - Part Time

ACLU FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN CALIF•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Clerk provides essential day-to-day support to the Finance department by processing accounts payable and receivable, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the team with data entry, reconciliations, and reporting. This is a part-time role well suited to a detail-oriented professional who takes pride in accuracy and thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or a closely related role
Solid understanding of general bookkeeping and accounting principles, including AP and AR processing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
Working knowledge of financial accounting software or ERP systems
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial record-keeping
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or coursework in accounting, bookkeeping, or finance
Experience with Financial Edge (Blackbaud) or Salesforce
Prior experience in a nonprofit finance environment
Familiarity with fund accounting or grant-based financial reporting

Responsibilities

Process accounts payable transactions accurately and on schedule
Record and manage all accounts receivable activity including cash receipts
Correspond with internal staff and third-party vendors regarding AP and AR matters
Allocate monthly benefit invoices to appropriate cost centers
Prepare credit card reconciliation worksheets for cardholders and verify receipts against statements and allocations
Download deposits and disbursements for cash flow tracking
Run monthly Budget to Actual reports in support of Finance Team meetings and department distribution
Import recurring journal entries into Financial Edge
Import Salesforce donation batches and download cash receipts reports
Enter employee salary allocations for Releases
Deposit cash receipts in accordance with organizational procedures
Maintain department files, records, and documentation in an organized and audit-ready manner
Support annual audit and tax return preparation processes
Provide data and financial analysis as requested by the Senior Accounting Manager, Senior Director of Finance, or CFO
Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests as assigned by finance leadership
Contribute to process improvement efforts as the organization grows and systems evolve