Finance Specialist - Accounts Receivable

Alfond Youth and Community Center•Waterville, ME

About The Position

The Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Finance Specialist to join the Finance team. This role is responsible for accurately and efficiently processing, recording, and reconciling revenue transactions, including payments, deposits, and donor-related activity. The Finance Specialist ensures proper coding, documentation, and compliance with the organization’s policies while providing responsive support to staff, donors, and customers.

Requirements

HS diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
Two years of practical, progressively responsible accounting processing experience or related education and experience in a related field.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Outlook (advanced knowledge preferred).
Minimum of at least two years’ experience with computerized accounting software (preference given to QuickBooks Online).
Customer service experience.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Outlook
Experience with QuickBooks Online

Responsibilities

Process daily incoming cash, checks, credit card payments, and electronic fund transfers.
Record all revenue transactions in the general ledger and sub-ledgers with correct class and restriction tagging (restricted vs. unrestricted funds).
Match and batch daily deposits for transport or remote bank submission.
Reconcile daily cash receipt logs with bank deposits and payment processor reports.
Coordinate with the Development team to reconcile donation databases with accounting software.
Verify donor restrictions, special campaign codes, and pledge fulfillments.
Assist in generating timely data for donor acknowledgments and tax receipts.
Ensure compliance with all AYCC policies and procedures.
Foster a work environment that’s inclusive, as well as diverse, where people can be themselves.
Interact with and respond to inquiries from employees and managers.
Work effectively with and create relationships with donors, and customers.