Finance Assistant

Barkai Yeshivah

Job Title : Finance Assistant

Reports to : Finance Manager

Position Overview

The Finance Assistant is a versatile and team-oriented individual with abilities and experience in performing day to day

financial tasks. An essential function of the Finance Assistant is to help ensure the smooth financial functioning of the

school.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to) :

1. Recording Financial Transactions : Keeping accurate records of all financial transactions, including sales,

purchases, receipts, and payments. This involves using accounting software such as QuickBooks, spreadsheets,

or ledger books.

2. Maintaining General Ledgers : Updating and maintaining the general ledger, which is a comprehensive record of

all financial transactions.

3. Reconciling Accounts : Ensuring that the records in the organization's accounts match the corresponding bank

statements and correcting any discrepancies. Prepare monthly reconciliations, data entries, and financial

statements.

4. Managing Accounts Payable and Receivable : Tracking and managing money owed by the company and money

owed to the company.

5. Expense Tracking : Monitoring and recording expenses, ensuring they are correctly categorized and accounted

for.

6. Periodic Financial Reporting : Create and distribute reports tracking financial performance.

7. Budgeting and Forecasting : Helping in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.

8. Assisting with Audits : Providing information and documentation required for internal and external audits.

9. Human Resources : Helping with human resources policies and procedures, time and attendance and other

staffing related tasks.

10. Ensuring Compliance : Making sure that financial records comply with relevant laws and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Skills & Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a closely related discipline preferred.
• Two years of experience in bookkeeping and finance roles.
• Proficiency in GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Knowledge of financial concepts, debits, credits, and budgeting.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Ability to perform account reconciliation and general ledger reconciliation
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey complex financial information to nonfinance stakeholders.

Traits & Qualities :

staff, students, families, community members, and outside vendors.

To Apply : Email your resume to dchalom@barkaionline.org.

Compensation : Compensation is commensurate with experience.