Accounting Associate

Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Des Moines is seeking an Accounting Associate to provide high-level support to the Finance Department. The role involves maintaining financial records, processing contributions, and assisting with general ledger and audit activities. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's degree in accounting and related experience. Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and communication skills are essential. This full-time position offers a comprehensive compensation package, with salary details shared in the interview process.

Qualifications

• High attention to detail and good judgment.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn specialized software.
• Ability to effectively communicate information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor financial and accounting information.
• Assist with general maintenance of the general ledger.
• Support the Finance Department with day-to-day processing of contributions.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Adaptability/Flexibility

Customer Focus

Good Oral Communication

Good Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Resourcefulness

Good Judgment

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate's degree in accounting

Job description

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The primary responsibility of the Accounting Associate is to provide high-level support to the Finance Department of the Community Foundation. The Accounting Associate is responsible for maintaining, monitoring and reporting financial and accounting information in adherence to Community Foundation policies and procedures through day-to-day processing of contributions, accounts & pledge receivable, including deposits, credit card contributions and stock gifts, and monthly reconciliations. Additionally, the position will assist with general maintenance of the general ledger and tax and audit activities.

3>Core Competencies

• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Hustle Factor
• Customer Focus
• Attention to Detail/Accuracy
• Decision Making/Judgement

Qualifications

High attention to detail; good judgment; high integrity; approachable; ability to understand challenges; critical thinker; nonprofit knowledge; experience working with diverse groups of people; well-organized self-starter; resourceful; motivated; adaptable; good oral and written communication skills; ability to multi-task; good interpersonal and customer service skills; strong computer skills and ability to learn specialized software. Ability to effectively communicate information to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.

Education and Experience

Minimum of an Associate’s degree in accounting, with two years related accounting/finance experience, preferably at a nonprofit organization; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary

The Community Foundation is committed to pay equity and provides a comprehensive compensation package which includes annual salary and benefits benchmarking. Salary range will be shared with candidates prior to the interview process, or upon inquiry.

We encourage anyone considering the position to apply. This position will be filled when a qualified candidate is identified.

Visit https://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/about-us/careers to learn more and apply.

Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines

For over 50 years, the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines has improved quality of life for all by promoting charitable giving, connecting donors with causes they care about and providing leadership on important community issues. We’re simply better together.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance