Contract Accounting Associate

Position Overview

Philanthropy Massachusetts is seeking a Contract Accounting Associate. A successful candidate will bring strong knowledge of accounting practices and will be quality-minded, laser-focused, team-oriented, proactive, and possess a very strong attention to detail. This position is a hybrid of remote and in-person up to 20 hours per week, with at least 12 hours in-person. The Accounting Associate reports to the Finance Director and will work closely with other members of the Philanthropy Massachusetts staff where appropriate.

Compensation: $28-$34/hour. This is temporary position expected to last 3-6 months. This role has the potential to transition to a permanent position based on performance.

Job Responsibilities

·      Data entry of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable invoices, bills, transactions, etc. in cloud-based accounting software platform (Sage)

·      Generating Invoices and Account Statements

·      Analyzing and adjusting account discrepancies

·      Reconcile and balance general ledger accounts

·      Account Reconciliation

·      Reconciling the Credit Card account

·      Working with Finance Director and CEO to support the annual audit process and communicating with auditors as needed

·      Working with Finance Director and other staff to provide quarterly reports for Fiscal Sponsored entities

Qualifications

·      Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration

·      Knowledge of and experience with Sage 50 Accounting Software strongly preferred (or demonstrated proficiency with other accounting software platforms and a willingness to learn a new platform)

·      Excellent attention to detail

·      Ability to maintain and handle confidential materials on a routine basis

·      Experience in a Microsoft Office environment, particularly with Excel, strongly preferred

·      Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

·      Ability to work collaboratively, foster team spirit, approach work with an equity lens and humility, and maintain a sense of humor

·      Knowledge of and experience in the nonprofit sector or philanthropy is a plus

ABOUT PHILANTHROPY MASSACHUSETTS

Founded in 1969, Philanthropy Massachusetts is a diverse and vibrant membership association of highly engaged philanthropic organizations and individuals with interests in Massachusetts. We connect new and established donors, their trustees and staff to each other, to their communities and to emerging and relevant issues in the field. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Philanthropy MA delivers excellent opportunities in learning, networking, access to resources and tools, skill-building, and community-building and serves as a bridge between funders and fund applicants for better understanding, efficiency and impact. As a leading and influential voice and advocate for effective philanthropy, Philanthropy MA provides access to knowledge and cooperative action that enables our members to create extraordinary value for each other, their grantees and to collectively shape the future of a healthy and vital region. To learn more, visit www.PhilanthropyMA.org.

To apply, send cover letter and resume to lnguyen@philanthropyma.org. This listing will remain open until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with an ideal start date ASAP. When submitting your application, please use the following subject format: [Last Name], [First Name] – Accounting Application.