Accounting Assistant

The Accounting Assistant position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accounting Assistant is responsible for providing the Y with accounting services, ensuring effective, efficient and accurate financial operations and reporting.

Hours: Part-time; 24 hours per week.

Pay: $23-25 per hour, depending on education and experience.

Essential Functions:

• Processing and monitoring of cash receipts through computerized accounting software.
• Maintains updated vendor files.
• Ensures all monthly invoices are entered into SGA.
• Processing of all vendor invoices through a computerized accounting software system, preparing the weekly check run and mailing checks.
• Audits employee reimbursements request forms.
• Assists in the monthly close process by completing bank reconciliations and journal entries as assigned.
• Responds to and monitors credit card disputes.
• Responds to staff and vendor inquiries.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Benefits of working for the Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA include: Free YMCA membership; 403(b) retirement plan; paid sick leave; job training and career development opportunities; a fun, friendly and inclusive work environment and more!