What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting/Payroll Clerk position at CHATT Foundation?
Job Title: Accountant/Payroll Clerk
Department: Finance/Administration
Reports To: Director of Finance
Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)
Location: Chattanooga, TN (Onsite)
Compensation: Range $18.00 to $20.00, Full Time Non-exempt
Organization Overview:
CHATT Foundation is a compassionate non-profit organization dedicated to providing for the basic needs of hungry, homeless, and vulnerable people in our community while offering a clear path to self-sufficiency.
Job Summary:
The Accountant/Payroll Clerk manages day-to-day fund-based accounting, payroll processing, and financial recordkeeping. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with foundational accounting skills and a passion for nonprofit work.
Key Responsibilities:
Fund-Based Accounting & Bookkeeping:
- Maintain accurate fund accounting records (restricted vs. unrestricted funds).
- Process accounts payable/receivable, expense reports, and bank reconciliations.
- Assist with grant tracking and expense allocation.
- Generate financial reports
Payroll Processing:
- Assist in the processing of bi-weekly payroll for employees.
- Assist with accurate tax withholdings, benefits deductions, and compliance with federal and Tennessee payroll laws.
- Submit payroll taxes (federal, state, local) and assist with year-end W-2s/1099s.
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries.
Compliance & Support:
- Help prepare documentation for annual audits and Form 990.
- Maintain organized financial files (digital and physical).
Qualifications & Skills:
- Education: Associate’s degree in accounting, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience). Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
- Experience: 1–3 years in bookkeeping, payroll, or nonprofit accounting.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in QuickBooks (or similar) and payroll software (e.g., Gusto, ADP). Basic Excel skills
- High attention to detail, ability to handle confidential data, and teamwork.
- Regular and Predictable attendance
- Treats all with dignity and respect
- Collaboration/teamwork,
- Demonstrates commitment to the mission and vision of the CHATT Foundation
- High degree of confidentiality
- Follows CF’s policies and procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits:
- Medical, Vision Eye, 403b, Life, Aflac, Holiday Pay, Vacation Pay, Sick Pay
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Accounting: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Chattanooga, TN 37403 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20
