Accounting Clerk
Accounting Clerk
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Becket MA
Part Time
Description
TITLE: Accounting Clerk
STATUS: Parttime Approximately 20 to 30 hours per week
LOCATION: Hybrid: Initially onsite shifting to a hybrid onsite/remote structure (minimum 1 day/week)
REPORTS TO: Director of Finance
DEPARTMENT: Business Office
WORKS WITH: Finance team Development staff Human Resources Program Managers Vendors and Auditors
COMPENSATION: $1720/hr
BENEFITS: (SUMMER ONLY): Three meals a day; free access to classes performances talks and studio space usage.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are looking for a skilled and detailoriented Accounting Clerk to handle essential financial functions including processing transactions reconciling accounts tracking grants and donations and preparing timely financial reports. You will play a vital role in maintaining accurate and compliant financial records while collaborating closely with the Finance team and other departments to ensure financial transparency. This role supports an annual operating budget of $12$15 million and a variable capital budget ranging from $1$10 million.
We are looking for a skilled and detailoriented Accounting Clerk to handle essential financial functions including processing transactions reconciling accounts tracking grants and donations and preparing timely financial reports. You will play a vital role in maintaining accurate and compliant financial records while collaborating closely with the Finance team and other departments to ensure financial transparency. This role supports an annual operating budget of $12$15 million and a variable capital budget ranging from $1$10 million.
In the short term you will focus on providing consistent bookkeeping practices ensuring smooth monthly reconciliations and supporting the organizations daily financial operations. Over time you will refine processes strengthen internal controls enhance reporting capabilities and provide reliable financial data to guide strategic decisionmaking.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable:
- Process vendor invoices and payment requests promptly.
- Record Income Transactions: donations grants ticket sales community events and school tuition.
- Process deposits of cash receipts
- Documentation & Records Maintenance:
- Organize and maintain electronic and physical financial records for easy retrieval and audit readiness using Google Workspace.
- Keep detailed documentation for recordkeeping backup reporting and compliance.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma GED or equivalent required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace tools.
- Experience in a business accounting environment.
- Proficiency in math and/or experience in accounting or similar administrative tasks
- Strong attention to detail accuracy and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with crossfunctional teams.
- Computer usage
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in accounting finance or related field.
- Experience working in a nonprofit or performing arts organization.
- Previous accounts payable experience preferred
- Familiarity with Accounting software (e.g. AccountingWare QuickBooks MIP or similar)
- Familiarity with nonprofit accounting principles including fund accounting and FASB requirements.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong communication skillsclear concise and responsive in both written and verbal forms.
- Adept at analyzing financial data and identifying trends or anomalies.
- Comfortable engaging with staff across various departments and with external stakeholders such as donors and vendors.
- Willingness to grow and develop professionally including staying uptodate with accounting best practices and evolving nonprofit financial regulations.
- Committed to fostering an environment of Inclusion Diversity Equity Accessibility and Belongingwilling to learn adapt and work towards a more inclusive workplace.
WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Office setting: Periods of stationary work with occasional movement around shared office space.
- Shared workspace in close proximity to others.
- Ability to move items such as tables chairs and event supplies across campus with or without assistance.
Not sure you meet 100 of the qualifications Research shows that men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60 of the criteria but women tend to apply only if they meet 100 of them. Yet people who are systematically marginalized tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. We encourage you to apply if you believe you could excel in this role. Please use your cover letter to tell us about what you hope to bring to this role. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. So whether youre returning to work after a gap in employment simply looking to transition or taking the next step in your career path we will be glad to have you on our radar.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Video and/or audio applications are welcome (though not required) in addition to written expressions of interest.
Interview Stages: Candidates can expect to engage in up to 2 to 3 rounds of interviews conducted virtually via Zoom and/or inperson.
Additional Documents: We may ask for a writing sample or a sample spreadsheet to better understand your expertise and fit for the role.
Accessibility Accommodations: Should you require any accommodations to facilitate your application please dont hesitate to reach out to us at We are committed to providing support throughout the application journey whether thats through email a phone conversation or a video call.
Employment Type
Part-Time
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