Accounting Assistant

General Description:

This is a full-time position working with the Director of Finance to manage the Food Bank's Finance Department.  The Accounting Assistant is responsible for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions and other financial and accounting duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.

Duties will include:

• Performing administrative support for the Finance Director

• Developing proficiency in financial accounting software

• Processing Accounts Payable to include cost coding invoices, posting purchase orders, data entry, credit memos, check processing and filing

• Processing Accounts Receivable to include coding donations, processing receivable checks, applying payments to accounts, customer statements and data entry

• Communicating with agencies, vendors and donors

• Performing research as required and ability to problem-solve to maintain accuracy of financial records

• Preparing and completing reports and mailings as assigned

• Completing credit applications and other routine requests for financial information

• Assisting with month-end closing responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining accounting spreadsheets

• Assisting with special events and media events as required

• Supervise maintenance and timely destruction of records

• Complying with Finance Department and Food Bank policies, systems, and procedures

• Completing assignments within the Food Bank’s 5-year Strategic Plan as directed

• Maintaining confidential computer and paper filing systems

• Operating office machines and equipment such as PC, Printer, Photocopier, and Fax Machine

• Preparing Microsoft® Excel®, PowerPoint®, and Word® documents as required

• Related duties as required

Minimum Candidate Attributes:

• Associate's Degree in related field

• Two (2) years experience in accounting with emphasis on A/P & A/R

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills

• Minimum of one (1) year experience using comprehensive Business/Financial Management software

• Intermediate proficiency in using relational databases

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and technical procedures

• High-intermediate proficiency in Microsoft® Office System® suite including Word®, Excel®,  and Outlook®

• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to prioritize, organize, manage time, and multi-task

• Ability to communicate and ensure compliance with departmental directives

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and comprehensive background check

• Have a valid New Mexico driver’s license

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

• The above qualifications plus the following:

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent training) in related field

• Three (3) or more years experience as an Accounting Clerk with emphasis on Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft® Office System® suite including Word®, Excel®, and Outlook®

• Advanced proficiency in using relational databases

• Previous experience in nonprofit accounting

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits package

• Liberal Paid Time Off (PTO) + Holidays

• 403b Retirement Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Staff Welfare program

• Casual work environment

• Compelling Mission to help those less fortunate in New Mexico

The Food Bank is looking for an Accounting Assistant with very strong A/P and A/R skills who has extensive experience working in a fast paced financial environment.  Must be able to work independently or within a collaborative team and have the ability to complete high priority and/or high profile projects within a timely manner. 

If you feel that you have the qualifications necessary to succeed as the Food Bank's Accounting Assistant and are interested in pursuing a career with one of New Mexico's largest and most dynamic non-profits, please send a cover letter and resume to the email address below:

careers@rrfb.org

Applications for this position are accepted via the email address above only. 

Please do not send hard copies.  No phone calls please.

Please include salary requirements.

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