Accounting Assistant/Bookkeeper

Job Description

Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for an Accounting Assistant/Bookkeeper to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join an impactful non-profit organization and be part of a team that is dedicated to employee retention, development, and performance. We are looking for someone that has a passion for accounting. This job is approximately 16 hours/week, 4 days/week, 4 hours each day, with two days in office. Exact schedule is flexible. This position reports directly to our Controller.

The Accounting Assistant will assist in maintaining accurate and reliable financial information by performing a variety of accounting support functions, disperses payment, reconciles vendor accounts, and prepares reports of accounting transactions; and performs related duties as assigned. Opportunity for growth into Controller role for the right individual.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or 4-8 years bookkeeping experience
• Minimum of 4-8 years of accounting experience, preferably using QuickBooks online
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Knowledge of Beanworks AP system preferred but willing to train.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Well-developed organizational and time management skills.
• Positive attitude for interaction with donors, board members and volunteers.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple responsibilities.
• Personal commitment to the mission and values of the organization.
• Willingness to perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to uploading to the Accounts Payable (AP) system.
• Correctly codes invoices and processes through to payment approval stage
• Access various AP websites to download invoices for processing.
• Process checkrequests in Accounting Software
• Audit and process credit card bills
• Prepares, processes, and verifies bank deposits, journal entries and accounting reports.
• 1099 maintenance
• Respond to all vendor inquiries.
• Reconcile vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies.
• Process customer invoices and receipts in QuickBooks and follow up on overdue invoices.
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately.
• Assist with other projects as needed.
• Collect daily mail; sort mail, scan and/or deliver to appropriate department.
• Scan, copy, deposit and process all checks received.
• Collect invoices, scan, and distribute for payment approval

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA 90064: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting Software: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person