About Cultivate Initiatives

We collectively work alongside those who have been marginalized and underserved to empower individuals and communities through an inclusive range of services and support in East Portland. We build communities from the inside out through workforce development, housing & homemaking, and supportive sheltering.

Position Overview

Cultivate Initiatives is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to assist the Director of Finance with accounting for the fiscal operations of the Housing & Homemaking Department and other basic accounting needs such as AP/AR processing, basic reconciliations, and month-end close.

Compensation/Benefits

• $60,000 - $65,000 DOE
• Must be present at the Cultivate Initiatives Workforce Hub M - F 8:30 - 4:30
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by contributing to the success of a non-profit organization.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and professional growth.

Accountability

Accountable to the Director of Finance

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Processing Monthly Rent Payments from a variety of funding sources

• Use Quickbooks Online accounting software to enter monthly rent subsidies and process physical check payments

2. Housing Subsidy Data Tracking

• Collaborate with Housing team on tracking rent subsidy payments, balances, and other financial data
• Create tracking systems and work collaboratively with other team members to ensure all required data is being tracked in an organized manner
• Review lease documents for financial data and accuracy
• Maintain tenant ledgers and required documentation for Supported Agency Leasing program

3. Date Integrity and Reporting

• Reconcile Housing Department data with fiscal data for monthly submittal to JOHS and other funding partners
• Implement data quality checks and validation procedures to ensure reliable and accurate data.

 4. General Accounting tasks

• Enter and pay invoices using Quickbooks Online accounting software
• Reconciling multiple checking and credit card accounts - QBO
• Reconciling Balance Sheet accounts on a monthly basis using Microsoft Excel
• Light filing and assisting Finance Director with annual audit preparation and fiscal file management
• Other accounting tasks as assigned by Finance Director

Preferred Skills

• Proven experience (3 years) in property accounting, bookkeeping, non-profit accounting
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Excellent organization and analytical and skills
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
• Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage and document processes.
• Prior experience in non-profit or social service settings is a plus.

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Being physically present in the CI offices from 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday - Friday.
• Must be able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or religious exemption
• Must be able to provide proof of Driver’s License
• Work is performed indoors
• Ability to work in environments with varying noise levels, from quiet offices to louder, industrial settings.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Work requires the ability to perform repetitive movements of the wrist, hands, or fingers due to continuous use of computer keyboards and other office equipment.

How to apply:Please submit a cover letter and resume electronically through BambooHR.

The position is open until filled. Applications received by August 19, will receive priority consideration. If a suitable candidate is found during that screening, later applications will not be considered. We look forward to speaking with you!

CI is committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment for employees and neighbors. As part of our hiring process, we conduct criminal history checks for the top candidates of all recruitments and driving history checks for candidates of positions that require operating company vehicles. CI also conducts [routine] [episodic] drug tests.

CI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CI values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, vaccination status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you require accommodation to apply, please contact Emily Hutsell at the following number or email.

Questions: employment@cultivatepdx.org or (503) 719-6135