Accounting Specialist

Job Type: Full-time (Hourly/Non-Exempt)

Location: Milwaukee WI Finance & Accounting Department

Please note that we are only accepting applications from candidates who reside in the state of the posted position.

Salary: 43596.80 to 49 685.84

Why Join La Causa Inc.

Were proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace for reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where employees feel valued supported and appreciated.

• When you join our team youll enjoy benefits and perks designed to support your personal and professional success including:
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Receive your annual PTO allotment upfront after completing 90 days of employment prorated based on your start date during your first year.
• Paid Birthday and Personal Days: Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday plus two additional personal days each year.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Participate in our retirement plan through Voya with an employer match to help support your financial future.
• Health and Wellness Benefits: Access medical dental and vision coverage to support your overall well-being.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Receive up to $1000 annually toward continued education and professional development.
• Employee Appreciation and Team Events: Enjoy a fun connected culture with activities like bake-offs potlucks and team celebrations.
• A Supportive Culture: Be part of a workplace where employees are recognized encouraged and given opportunities to grow.
• Join a company that invests in its people and has been recognized as a Top Workplace for .

Your Role: As an Accounting Specialist you will support the financial operations of the agency by processing transactions maintaining documentation assisting with reporting and serving as backup for key accounting functions such as payroll. You will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer and Accounting leadership to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.

What Youll Do

• Prepare complete distribute and/or submit required financial items by established deadlines (accounts payable payment requests journal entries bank reconciliations accounts receivable deposits audit requests etc.)
• Manage enter maintain and report on data in applicable systems and databases
• Serve as back-up for Finance and Accounting functions including payroll as needed
• Create maintain and update documentation including AP vendor files payroll files employee benefits worksheets and departmental records
• Ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant with agency policies and procedures; reconcile discrepancies and correct errors as necessary
• Provide support services to the Chief Financial Officer and/or Accounting Manager as assigned
• Comply with all legal organizational and contractual requirements laws and policies
• Attend meetings and professional development activities as requested
• Establish and maintain effective communication collaboration and cooperation with all stakeholders
• Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities in accordance with applicable laws
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Contribute as an active and supportive team member

What Were Looking For:

• Associate Degree in Accounting from an accredited school.
• One (1) year of experience in accounting; experience in the not-for-profit field highly desirable.
• Knowledge and experience in using Microsoft Office suite (word processing spreadsheets and databases).
• Able to demonstrate positive cultural intelligence with diverse groups and individuals.
• Good critical thinking organizational skills and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Good communication verbal and written interpersonal skills and ability to work with others.
• Valid Wisconsin drivers license car and state minimum insurance required and must meet La Causa driving standards.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proficiency in financial systems and database management
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Must successfully pass all required background checks and pre-employment drug screening

Work Environment

• Work is primarily performed in an office setting
• Monday through Thursday
• Remote Fridays (Equipment will be provided Laptop)
• No Weekends

Physical Demands:

Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position.

The employee is regularly required to stand sit reach stoop bend and walk. Infrequent lifting may be required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

About La Causa Inc.

La Causa Inc. founded in 1972 is one of Wisconsins largest bilingual multicultural agencies. Our mission is to provide children youth and families with quality comprehensive services to nurture healthy family life and enhance community stability. Our divisions include Crisis Nursery & Respite Center Early Education & Care Center La Causa Charter School Social Services (Adult and Youth Services) and Administration. At the heart of our mission is our dedicated staff who serve the children and families of

Milwaukee. Learn more at: Our TeamApply Today!

Support the financial operations that make our community work possible. Apply now and take the next step in your career!