Job Description
Job Description
Accounting & Finance Specialist Job Description
Facility : Brazos Valley Food Bank (BVFB) Position : Part-time (Non-exempt,16-20 hrs / wk)
Position Title : Accounting & Finance Specialist (AFS) Department Name : Administration
Reports To : Accounting & Finance Professional (AFP)
Job Summary of the Accounting & Finance Specialist (AFS) :
The Accounting & Finance Specialist (AFS) is responsible for BVFB’s day-to-day bookkeeping and administrative tasks. Work schedule is Monday, 8 : 30 am to 4 : 30 pm and Tuesday, 8 : 30 am to 12 : 30 pm (8 : 30 am to 4 : 30 pm during busy times of the year). The AFS is supervised by the Accounting & Finance Professional (AFP).
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
General Bookkeeping
- Preparation, processing, and recording of remote deposits
- Agency invoicing and accounts receivable monitoring and posting
- Entry of payments into inventory system.
- Cash, credit card, and online giving reconciliations
- Monthly credit card donation and Automated Clearing House (ACH) transaction set-up
- Monitoring and assisting with accounts payable processing, including gathering supporting documentation and approvals
- Pre and Post Biweekly Payroll Related Tasks
- Assist with gathering information for and preparation of annual budget
- General ledger and journal entries, assistance with month-end procedures
- Maintain excel spreadsheets containing financial information.
Financial Reporting
Assist AFP with historical data and reporting for :Annual organizational budget development
Monthly financial compilationsFunding applications and progress reportsGrant / Contract reimbursement requestsDirector and Manager questions about expense coding, balances, budget to actuals, etc.Special Events
Assist with the collection, count, tracking, and deposit of funds during various special events and fundraisers hosted throughout the yearAssist AFP with reconciliation and reporting of event and fundraiser proceeds and expensesClerical
Bill and expense preparation for bill paymentBank deposit preparationMaintain orderliness of paper files (vendor, grants, contracts, audit, etc.)Organization of electronic files (saving and labeling and / or correctly filing) per BVFB systemOther, including, but not limited to data entry, scanning, saving, labeling, and / or correctly filingOther
Proactively assist BVFB in adhering to GAAP, auditor and donor restrictions and recommendationsWhen directed by the AFP, work with independent financial auditors who audit BVFB annually, as well as external CPAs who prepare the monthly financial compilations, to provide needed data, information, and reportsWhen requested by the AFP, assistance with physical food inventory reconciliations and monthly & year-end inventory adjustmentsFollow all BVFB written Policies & Procedures, including adherence to BVFB’s Financial PoliciesGet approval from the AFP in advance of any unbudgeted financial expendituresAttend and come prepared for all 1 : 1 session with the AFPAttend and actively participate in All Staff Quarterly scheduled staff meetingsCommunicate effectively, appropriately and in a timely fashion with the AFPOther duties as assignedQualifications
Educational
Minimum : High School Diploma
Preferred : Some job-related college coursework
Professional
Minimum of 2 years of bookkeeping experience or education in the field required.Experience with non-profit financials, including tracking restricted funding, a plusExperience tracking expenses for grants a plusProven ability to work collaboratively with other staff / departments to complete tasksUnderstanding of procurement policiesComputer / Technical Skills
Proficiency in accounting software in a past position required, QuickBooks Online Advanced, a plus.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, in particular Excel and its full range of functionsExperience working with and saving to a public driveProficiency using email (Outlook) and web-based toolsExperience in Adobe AcrobatExperience with other non-profit management tools a plus (donor databases, inventory management software)Experience using a copier, scanner, shredder, multi-line phone system, and remote deposit terminal.Other
Must be conscientious, with meticulous attention to detailMust be highly organized and structuredMust understand the importance of precision and timeliness in financial transactionsAbility to understand the importance of their role within the Administration Department, as well as the larger organizationAbility to set priorities and plan effectivelyAbility to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, minimal direction and proven follow-throughClear understanding of the importance of communication with supervisor, as well as others across the organizationExceptional customer service skills – audio and written, internally and externallyIntegrity and understanding of confidentiality necessaryRule follower – someone who does not take shortcutsExercises good judgement and discretionStrong ethical character with firm boundariesAbility to work cooperatively under pressure with a diverse range of peopleAbility to problem solve, with an understanding of when a situation needs to be lifted up to the AFP for guidanceAbility to communicate with others internally and externally for clarity, additional detail, etc.Passion for the mission of feeding peopleMust be able accept constructive criticismSome nights and weekends are possible, but you will know well in advanceMust be able to pass criminal background checkADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMODATION
Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.Conditions may include working inside, working outside, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile.This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at anytime at the sole discretion of the Brazos Valley Food Bank.
The Brazos Valley Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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