Finance Assistant

Springfield Urban League • Springfield, IL

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About The Position

The Finance Assistant is accountable for the processing, reporting, and management of the financial resources of the Springfield Urban League, Inc. Responsibilities include processing payments, maintaining cost reports, and working interdepartmentally with program directors and supporting staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting required, related experience, preferably in a not-for-profit, social service environment.
• Understanding of financial reporting processes.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Understanding of and ability to utilize technological resources for accuracy and efficiency.
• Effective problem-resolution skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with MIP system preferred.
• Experience with QuickBooks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate fiscal records that meet funding source and regulatory guidelines for programs and/or funding source(s) as assigned.
• Ensure financial records assigned are accurately maintained and documented.
• Responsible for specific fiscal processes, i.e., accounts payable, check processing, bank reconciliations, purchase orders, budget preparation, accounts receivable, deposits, employee benefits, payroll, insurance processing, as assigned.
• Interact professionally, effectively, and efficiently with program staff as it relates to budget impact, expenditures, billings and reporting.
• Assist with the completion of special projects/reports as assigned.
• Meet established report deadlines as assigned.

Benefits

• 403B
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability and Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees