Overview
Finance and Development Associate Jobs in Santa Clara, CA at Elevate Community Center
Elevate Community Center (“Elevate”) is a non-profit legal aid organization located in Santa Clara, CA, renowned for its commitment to serving low-income individuals and families. The organization provides legal services in general civil litigation, including but not limited to domestic violence/family law, criminal record clearance, tenants’ rights, legal services for small businesses, and general civil litigation. Elevate was recognized as 2023 “Nonprofit of the Year” by the Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits, and received Santa Clara University School of Law’s 2024 Diversity and Inclusion Award.
The Finance and Development Associate reports directly to the Executive Director. Duties include:
run payroll using popular payroll platforms such as Gusto
bank account reconciliation through Quickbooks Online
prepare grant reports using tools such as MS Suite and Google Suite
support the Executive Director to plan and execute events such as annual gala
create and develop grant proposals
Application Process:
Please email Resume and short introduction (no cover letter necessary) to [email protected]. Early application strongly encouraged. Qualified candidates will be contacted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Candidates may be required to submit redacted previous work samples (e.g., writing samples, grant proposals) as part of the hiring process before an offer is extended.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range: $75,000 – $95,000, based on experience
Comprehensive health and dental coverage
Matching 401(k) retirement plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
Requirements:
Proficiency with Quickbooks Online, including bank reconciliation and Chart of Accounts
Proficiency with Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel, including formatting cells, creating formulas, and cross-sheet references
Strong writing skills, including the ability to draft professional correspondence, reports, and proposals with accuracy and clarity
Adaptable to learning new technology and software quickly
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficiency with Quickbooks Online for Nonprofits
Minimum of two years experience with nonprofit grant reporting and grant writing
Minimum of three years experience in fundraising, sales, or the equivalent
Prior experience creating annual budgets and projections
Familiarity with the San Francisco Bay Area nonprofit landscape
This position is only open to candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Santa Clara, CA 95050
Title: Finance and Development Associate
Company: Elevate Community Center
Location: Santa Clara, CA
