Finance Specialist

YWCA of St. Joseph • Saint Joseph, MO

3h • Onsite

About The Position

To provide financial services in support of the YWCA mission and programs.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in accounting or related field, preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, nonprofit accounting preferred.
• Experience with technical accounting, including journal entries and accrual accounting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently or as a team and follow-through on projects.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in accounting or related field, preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, nonprofit accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist CFO with accounting responsibilities, cash management, and reporting requirements to a variety of stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation and review of financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records of accounts receivable.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial data is accurate and complete.
• Prepares monthly journal entries and correction of entries.
• Preparation of account reconciliation and accruals.
• Oversee the Accounts Receivable process to include maintaining expenses by program/funder
• Participates in month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Help maintain accurate financial records and ensure adherence to accounting principles and best practices.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Commitment to the YWCA mission of Eliminating Racism and Empowering Women.
• Other related duties as required and/or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree