What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Finance Administrative Assistant (Temporary) position at New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC)?
Description
New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) is a community development corporation committed to sustainable development in housing opportunities, economic development, vacant land strategies, community engagement, health and wellness, and real estate development. NKCDC advances social equity and economic empowerment by nurturing and creating opportunities for residents to live and actively shaping their neighborhoods of choice. To that end, NKCDC provides free resources to residents and businesses in the Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond neighborhoods.????
NKCDC has a strong reputation, both locally and nationally, with longstanding credibility of serving as a trusted and valuable partner and collaborator. The organization is one of only two community development organizations in Philadelphia chartered members of the NeighborWorks America network. Our current work using a trauma-informed community engagement model, applying a racial equity lens across the organization, and leading programs at the intersection of health and housing are keeping NKCDC at the cutting edge of community development. NKCDC draws on the strengths of the communities in Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond — a population of over 62,800, 23% of whom live below the federal poverty level — to make sure neighborhood development benefits all residents. More information can be found at nkcdc.org.??
Function
The Part-Time Finance Administrative Assistant (Temporary) at New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) plays a key role in supporting financial operations by maintaining accurate records, processing transactions, and assisting the finance team and organizational stakeholders. This position ensures compliance with financial policies, supports budgeting and financial reporting, and coordinates activities related to grants, loans, and vendor contracts. The Part-Time Finance Administrative Assistant (Temporary) also ensures the accuracy of financial data and helps maintain smooth operational workflows.
Reports to
Finance Controller
Direct Reports
N/A
Responsibilities
The rate for this position will be $25.11/HR, with a part-time schedule, 20 hours per week. To counter pay inequality and uphold internal parity, we use a nonnegotiable starting salary system, while benchmarking our pay to competitive markets in the nonprofit sector. Work hours are from 9am-5pm. This position will be on-site at our central office, 2771 Ruth Street, Suite 1, Philadelphia, PA 19134.
Application Process
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume. Applications received by April 11, 2025, will be given full consideration. All candidate resumes are given consideration and are kept on file for one year, but we cannot always respond personally, depending on the volume of inquiries.
Hiring process??
Our hiring process includes a 20–30-minute interview with HR, followed by an in-person interview with the hiring manager, and finally an hour-long “panel” interview with 3-4 staff members. Reference checks are conducted after the final interview.? ?
Equal Employment Opportunity?
NKCDC provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, religion, language, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or physical ability. We know groups subjected to systemic oppression– including people of color, women, people from working class backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTQ – are less likely to apply unless and until they meet every requirement for a job. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other communities who are marginalized.?
Requirements
New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) is a community development corporation committed to sustainable development in housing opportunities, economic development, vacant land strategies, community engagement, health and wellness, and real estate development. NKCDC advances social equity and economic empowerment by nurturing and creating opportunities for residents to live and actively shaping their neighborhoods of choice. To that end, NKCDC provides free resources to residents and businesses in the Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond neighborhoods.????
NKCDC has a strong reputation, both locally and nationally, with longstanding credibility of serving as a trusted and valuable partner and collaborator. The organization is one of only two community development organizations in Philadelphia chartered members of the NeighborWorks America network. Our current work using a trauma-informed community engagement model, applying a racial equity lens across the organization, and leading programs at the intersection of health and housing are keeping NKCDC at the cutting edge of community development. NKCDC draws on the strengths of the communities in Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond — a population of over 62,800, 23% of whom live below the federal poverty level — to make sure neighborhood development benefits all residents. More information can be found at nkcdc.org.??
Function
The Part-Time Finance Administrative Assistant (Temporary) at New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) plays a key role in supporting financial operations by maintaining accurate records, processing transactions, and assisting the finance team and organizational stakeholders. This position ensures compliance with financial policies, supports budgeting and financial reporting, and coordinates activities related to grants, loans, and vendor contracts. The Part-Time Finance Administrative Assistant (Temporary) also ensures the accuracy of financial data and helps maintain smooth operational workflows.
Reports to
Finance Controller
Direct Reports
N/A
Responsibilities
- Scan, copy, organize and file documents to ensure organized and accurate records.
- Prepare and update invoice tracking spreadsheets and other spreadsheets.
- Check Finance email inbox to download and process all invoices, expense, and purchase order requests.
- Assist Finance staff with billing tasks; enter data in billing spreadsheets.
- Download, copy, and organize documents, files and folders.
- Login to vendor accounts to download invoices.
- Communicate with Finance staff with questions and to obtain missing information.
- Pull all supporting documents for billing and update billing spreadsheets
- Enter information into accounting system (will be trained to do this).
- Other tasks as assigned.
The rate for this position will be $25.11/HR, with a part-time schedule, 20 hours per week. To counter pay inequality and uphold internal parity, we use a nonnegotiable starting salary system, while benchmarking our pay to competitive markets in the nonprofit sector. Work hours are from 9am-5pm. This position will be on-site at our central office, 2771 Ruth Street, Suite 1, Philadelphia, PA 19134.
Application Process
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume. Applications received by April 11, 2025, will be given full consideration. All candidate resumes are given consideration and are kept on file for one year, but we cannot always respond personally, depending on the volume of inquiries.
Hiring process??
Our hiring process includes a 20–30-minute interview with HR, followed by an in-person interview with the hiring manager, and finally an hour-long “panel” interview with 3-4 staff members. Reference checks are conducted after the final interview.? ?
Equal Employment Opportunity?
NKCDC provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, religion, language, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or physical ability. We know groups subjected to systemic oppression– including people of color, women, people from working class backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTQ – are less likely to apply unless and until they meet every requirement for a job. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other communities who are marginalized.?
Requirements
- Attention to detail; accuracy in data entry, filing, and other tasks.
- Ability to learn multi-step tasks and track work; strong organizational skills.
- High level of accountability.
- Capacity to meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Administrative or data entry experience is a plus.
- Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word is a plus.
- Interest in learning about accounts payable and accounts receivable is a plus.
- This is a part-time temporary position extending from April 2025 through August 1, 2025. There is a possibility that the service term may be extended depending on NKCDC’s needs.
Salary : $25
