Overview
Accounting Assistant PT 25 Hours Per Week Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward
Our mission at Big Brothers Bigs Sisters of Broward County is to create and support mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth, so all children reach and achieve their full potential. For over one hundred twenty years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been the largest and oldest volunteer-supported mentoring organization in the country, changing the lives of children one at a time.
BBBS of Broward offers competitive salaries, incredible healthcare benefits, and a flexible workplace environment. We offer continuous training around professional development, team-building exercises, and encourage all staff to join opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are excited for you to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team in fulfilling the commitment to make a life-long impact on a child’s life while surrounding yourself in a positive environment.
We need your help to partner with parents/guardians, volunteers, donors, and partners in the community to hold ourselves accountable for each child in our program, so they achieve:
· Higher aspirations, greater confidence, and better relationships
· Educational success
· Avoidance of risky behaviors
The Accounting Assistant supports our accounting department executing daily financial tasks. The ideal candidate has a basic understanding of accounting principles, is detail oriented, possesses strong organizational skills, and leads with proficiency in financial software. The role reports to the CFO and processes transactions, reconciliation of accounts and assisting with reporting to ensure accurate financial operations.
Key Responsibilities:
The nature of this position is confidential and requires the ability to maintain confidential information.
Processes accounts payable and receivable transactions.
Performs accurate data entry.
Processes outgoing mail to include outgoing checks.
Reviews aging reports and sends invoices to constituents.
Handles administrative tasks, such as filing, organizing records, and responds to inquiries.
Assists with grant reimbursements.
Supports month-end and year-end closing processes.
Maintains accurate financial records and documentation.
Collaborates with other departments to ensure compliance with financial policies.
Serves as a backup for payroll processing.
May run accounting errands.
Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Equivalency reviewed.
1-2 years of experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role preferred.
Experience in a non-profit accounting environment (preferred).
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., FundEz, Matchforce).
Proficient at Excel and has a good understanding of all Microsoft Office programs.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to multi-task and sustain some deadline pressure.
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to use time effectively, work independently, focus on details, and routinely adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
Projects a professional image and can gain the confidence of everyone inside and outside of the organization while executing the role.
Discretion to handle confidential information.
May be asked to participate in work for agency events, fundraising and program activities supporting the mission of the agency.
Mnimal physical requirements to include walking, standing, occasional lifting, sitting at workstation and supporting community activities and events.
Candidates must pass a thorough background screening to include fingerprinting, MVD, Reference Check, etc., and have the ability to fulfill I-9 requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity
BBBS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, prohibits discrimination against and harassment of any employee or any applicant for employment because of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. All personnel who are responsible for hiring and promoting employees are charged to support this effort and to respond promptly and appropriately to any concerns that are brought to their attention.
BBBS Broward has a Zero Tolerance Policy for discrimination in our workplace. It offends our agency’s core values which include a commitment to equal opportunity and inclusion. All BBBS employees, volunteers and community members are expected to join with and uphold this commitment.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential duties & responsibilities either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $24.99 – $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Title: Accounting Assistant PT 25 Hours Per Week
Company: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
