Accountant Part Time (3401)

The Accountants primary focus is on accounts payable and accounts receivable processes with anemphasis on accuracy and efficiency. They also provide regular financial functions and administrativesupport to the Director of Finance. They prepare review and process financial entries and reports in atimely and accurate manner utilizing available technology and tools to enhance productivity. They assistwith other finance team functions as assigned and follow all finance department policies while ensuring theconfidentiality and integrity of all financial information.

Essential Job Functions
Accounting & Finance Operations

• Manage accounts payable processes including monitoring email inboxes entering general ledgercoding processing invoices posting transactions printing and mailing checks.
• Maintain accurate vendor and customer records including W-9 collection address updates andpayment preferences.
• Assist with annual 1099 preparation and distribution.
• Manage deposit processes including monitoring email inboxes entering deposits postingtransactions reconciling accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of grant reports as directed.
• Assist in the maintenance of accurate and timely financial records by entering processing andreconciling transactions as assigned in accordance with established procedures and formats.
• Manage documentation and filing of financial records in electronic and/or paper formatssupporting organized accessible and secure recordkeeping practices.
• Help resolve discrepancies with vendors by initiating phone calls and emails and following up asneeded.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments to ensure accurate coding timely approvalsand resolution of financial questions.
• Follow all finance department policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of all financial information.
• Demonstrated curiosity and openness to learning and using emerging technologies including AIassisted tools to improve efficiency and accuracy in accounting processes.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams and departments to align goals and strategies and to foster aculture of cooperation and teamwork.
• Engage in continuous learning and contribute to the effective implementation of continuousimprovement processes.
• Support the ethical use of data to make decisions in a timely and informed manner.
• Represent the organization to the community in a way that enhances the organizations profilebuilds its reputation supports its strategic priorities and advances its mission.
• Contribute to operational goals and objectives that align with and advance the organizationsstrategic priorities.
• Support team development and performance inclusive of but not limited to active listening teambased learning recognition fun and transparent communications.
• Strive to meet and surpass the expectations of youth families staff volunteers Board fundersand other key stakeholders.
• Support the planning implementation execution and evaluation of special projects.
• Focus efforts on promoting equity engaging in trauma-informed and continuous improvementpractices and doing what is needed to help the communities the organization serves become greatplaces for all children and youth to grow and thrive.
• Actively and substantially contribute to a healthy organizational culture characterized by the coreelements of trust inclusion belonging autonomy position mastery and purpose.
• Finish work by established deadlines within the framework of established guidelines and policies.
• Address issues and concerns in a professional respectful and courteous manner.
• Ensure records are up-to date accurate and organized.
• Prioritize and organize multiple tasks and responsibilities in a way that meets daily responsibilitieswhile continuing to work toward longer-term objectives.

Resource Development

• Collaborate with development staff to accurately record contributions.
• Work to understand how your actions and contributions to quality work and to maximization ofresources enhance the organizations fundraising efforts and its overall financial health.
• Support fundraising donor stewardship and Board engagement activities.

Safety and Risk Management

• Ensure current safety practices meet or exceed organizational requirements.
• Support the development and implementation of new or amended policies practices andprocesses that further mitigate and minimize safety risks.

Talent Development

• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence aligning your efforts with the organizations valuesmission strategic priorities and policies.
• Participate in available coaching opportunities regular one-on-one meetings with your supervisorperformance evaluations and goal setting.
• Demonstrate a commitment to learning and development by following talent developmentrequirements and creating and following a professional development plan.

Other Duties as assigned.

The Accountant position requires a majority combination of the following:

Education and Experience

• Accounting degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least 2 years experience with accounting processes including accounts payable accountsreceivable and journal entries.
• Demonstrated record of successfully managing accounts payable processes with strongorganizational and problem-solving skills.

Skills and Requirements

• Proficient in computerized accounting systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with emphasis on pivot tables
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of financial records and sensitive information.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to convey information in a timely open and clearmanner.
• Reliable transportation.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively use computers software and other technology tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Key Characteristics (Standard for every position in the organization).

• Is mission-driven and values-based.
• Demonstrates a growth mindset and a commitment to lifelong learning.
• Upholds a commitment to equity while striving to be anti-racist and respectful of culturaldifferences with all stakeholders.
• Contributes to a purpose-driven culture characterized by trust inclusion belonging autonomy andlearning.
• Operates with excellence in mind in all matters.

This role is based at our Appleton Club and supports a multi-site workplace. Regular on-site presence is expected. We are not able to offer relocation assistance and we welcome applicants who are currently local or planning a self-directed move.

Working Conditions

Work will primarily occur in a climate-controlled environment with minimal potential for safety or healthhazards. This position may include flexible working arrangements such as remote work and compressedworkweeks subject to supervisory approval. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such ascomputers phones photocopiers and filing cabinets.

Physical Demands include:

• Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment such as a phone andphotocopier.
• Must be able to communicate efficiently and effectively.

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with documented disabilities to performessential functions.

Disclaimer
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in thisclassification. It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all dutiesresponsibilities qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud tobe an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to age race religion color marital status sex national origin ancestry veterans statussexual orientation disability gender identity or expression or any other legally protected status.