Junior Accountant

Job Title: Junior AccountantSupervisor: Director of Administration and FinanceHours: 35 hours per weekFLSA: Non-ExemptAnnual Salary: $60000Status: Full time Non UnionLocation: Somerville MAOVERVIEW:The Community Action Agency of Somerville known as CAAS is changing lives for ourcommunity members who are furthest from opportunity. For over 40 years we have beenhelping local families and individuals achieve financial security while working to eliminate theroot causes of economic injustice. Our vision for Somerville is for a city where no one lives inpoverty where we support each other through strong community structures and where theopportunity to thrive is a lived experience for every resident. We are proud to be a source ofstability and support for our community. Our website: APPLY:The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled with theideal candidate beginning as soon as possible. For best consideration please submit a coverletter and resume to SUMMARY:CAAS receives the bulk of its funding from municipal state and federal grants that requirestrict accounting and reporting procedures. The Junior Accountant conducts a variety oftransactions related to accounts payable accounts receivable and payroll within theseparameters and within appropriate accounting guidelines. The ideal candidate is detailoriented efficient and organized. Additionally the candidate will have experience inaccounting and payroll systems be an excellent communicator with strong analytical problemsolving; as well as the ability to make well thought out DUTIES: Review vendor invoices for accuracy obtain approval and relevant documentationfor processing Accurately code expenses and revenue in a timely manner to appropriate GeneralLedger Account and Class Prepare credit card statement packets with summary report and back-up detail forBoard approval Prepare A/R and A/P Reports and Journal Entries as needed Assist with monthly and quarterly reconciliations and funder financial reports Research track and resolve account discrepancies. Work closely with department directors to ensure accurate and timely data is providedESSENTIAL DUTIES:Conduct all duties associated with bi-weekly payroll including: Audit payroll reports prior to transmission to ensure accuracy Record payroll expenditures in accounting software Research and resolve payroll discrepancies Research and resolve file errors for CAAS retirement accountsAdditional finance duties include: Assist in organizational audit quarterly reviews and year end audit preparation. Open and scan mail to billing software inbox and file appropriately Maintain compliance by adhering to recognized policies and proceduresand communicating procedural necessities to other staff members Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. CAAS Finance Team is small andnew projects grants and systems frequently arise. The ideal candidate will be flexibleand willing to participate in problem solving and the creation of new systems andprocedures if needed and will generally have a team member approach to this IDEAL CANDIDATE: Associates Degree in finance accounting or business managementpreferred (transcripts required) 2 years of experience in accounting/finance office preferably in a non-profit Experience with QuickBooks and or similar software preferred Experience with Paylocity or a similar payroll system Proficiency with Microsoft Office Google Docs Highly trustworthy discreet and ethical Work environment languageLOCATION AND TRAVEL:Will work from the CAAS administrative office in Union Square Somerville and have hybridflexibility to also work from home certain days of the DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk;sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop kneel crouch orcrawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employeeencounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Thenoise level in the work environment is usually :CAAS offers a competitive compensation for this position plus an attractive benefits packagewhich includes Blue Cross Blue Shield medical dental and vision which begins on the first ofthe following month of hire. We have a comprehensive retirement plan through Mutual ofAmerica with eligibility to contribute on the date of hire and company contribution after 1 also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which allows employees and theirhousehold members to contact professional counseling services referrals for elder-caremental health legal planning and financial advice. Our EAP plan is completely confidentialand free to CAAS employees. NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:No person shall be excluded from participation in denied the benefits of or otherwise bediscriminated against by this program including in employment because of race religion sexnational origin immigration status cultural heritage age disability sexual orientation ormarital status.

Required Experience:

Junior IC