Bookkeeper- Fiscal Department

CAMBA INC•New York, NY

2d•$50,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 72,000 individuals and families each year at our 100 locations, including 10,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families live in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. CAMBA’s General Finance Department is responsible for assuring that the financial policies of the Agency conform to all laws, regulations and CAMBA’s fiscal policies, and that all financial resources are controlled, recorded and reported. The General Finance Department plans, organizes, and monitors the financial activities of the Agency. The department is responsible for the day-to-day management of all the Agency’s cash services including, but not limited to: Cash Receipts, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable. This Department prepares the comprehensive combined financial statements and prepares for and oversees the year-end financial audit, the A133 and all funder required audits. Due to the need for segregation of duties, for internal control, some duties for Bookkeepers and Clerks may vary. This position ensures that the company’s financial obligations to vendors and suppliers are accurately tracked, recorded, and paid on time. They help manage cash flow by processing invoices, verifying transactions, and maintaining organized records, all while ensuring compliance with financial policies. This role is essential for preventing errors, avoiding late fees, and fostering good relationships with vendors. By managing the accounts payable process, they contribute to the overall financial health and operational efficiency of the organization.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. and two years of relevant experience, or Associate degree or higher with demonstrated skills and ability to learn and perform job responsibilities.
Experience as described above.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of accounting software

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze expense reconciliations as requested.
Assist in fiscal and financial statement audits.
Record all account payable invoices in accounting system.
Process reoccurring expense transactions (i.e. rent, match grant, etc.).
Verify consultant/sub-contractor agreement terms to approved payment request forms.
Scan and attach all consultant/sub-contractor agreements into accounting system.
Organize and inventory general finance documents (i.e. client leases).
Reconcile general ledger accounts.
Participate in administrative and staff meetings as requested.
May collect, organize and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
Working with staff accountants as needed
Utilize the appropriate accounting software to manage and automate financial tasks when relevant.
Monitor, record and reconcile petty cash account activity.
Other duties as assigned.