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Assistant Bookkeeper
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement House, Inc. seeks an Assistant Bookkeeper . S/he will provide information and directly report to the Fiscal Officer. The Assistant Bookkeeper is expected to perform multiple duties relating to the accounting functions of our organization within established deadlines. The Assistant Bookkeeper plays a critical role in the financial management of the organization, ensuring timely payment of bills and accurate tracking and recording of expenses. This is a part time position; s/he must be able to work a minimum of 20 hours a week.

Primary job responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and recording of accounts payable and cash disbursement.
• Assist in the preparation and recording of accounts receivable and cash receipts.
• Assist in the posting of accounts to the General Ledger for accounts receivable, cash receipts, accounts payable, and cash disbursements.
• Reconcile records of bank transactions.
• Reconcile or note and report discrepancies found in records.
• Prepare and process semi-monthly payroll with ADP software.
• Maintain required records, reports, and files in an organized manner.
• Perform other related duties as directed within the department.


Statement of skills, knowledge & abilities:

• Must have experience working with Fund E-Z
• Strong and polished interpersonal, written and oral communication skills that facilitate achievement of desired results.
• Assist in preparation of state and federal vouchers and payment requests to funding sources.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with established policies and regulations.
• Creative, strategic and analytical thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrated success in past employment.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with 1+ years of not-for-profit accounting / bookkeeping experience.
• Must be a self-starter, highly organized, and able to work well with others.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications.
• Experience working with spreadsheets and financial accounting software.
How to Apply:
To apply: submit a resume to: rlaraque@riissettlement.org

Only applicants with experience with Fund E-Z need apply.


No phone calls please

Jacob A. Riis neighborhood Settlement House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about Jacob Riis Settlement, please view our website at www.riissettlement.org

• Compensation: $20-25 per hour
• This is a part-time job.
• This is at a non-profit organization.
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.