Finance Assistant: Accurate Bookkeeping & Reporting

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Barkai Yeshivah is seeking a Finance Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations, including recording transactions, maintaining ledgers, and assisting with reports and audits. The role collaborates with a team to ensure accurate financial management for the school.

The ideal candidate has GAAP knowledge, QuickBooks and Excel proficiency, and strong attention to detail. This on-site position requires organization and effective communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a closely related discipline preferred.
• Two years of experience in bookkeeping and finance roles.
• Proficiency in GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Knowledge of financial concepts, debits, credits, and budgeting.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to perform account reconciliation and general ledger reconciliation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Recording Financial Transactions: Keeping accurate records of all financial transactions using accounting software or spreadsheets.
• Maintaining General Ledgers: Updating and maintaining the general ledger.
• Reconciling Accounts: Preparing monthly reconciliations and financial statements.
• Managing Accounts Payable and Receivable: Tracking money owed by and to the organization.
• Expense Tracking: Monitoring and recording expenses with proper categorization.
• Periodic Financial Reporting: Creating and distributing financial performance reports.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assisting with budgets and forecasts.
• Assisting with Audits: Providing information for internal and external audits.
• HR: Supporting HR policies, time and attendance, and staffing tasks.
• Ensuring Compliance: Ensuring records comply with laws and regulations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Data entry accuracy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Barkai Yeshivah is seeking a Finance Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations, including recording transactions, maintaining ledgers, and assisting with reports and audits. The role collaborates with a team to ensure accurate financial management for the school.

The ideal candidate has GAAP knowledge, QuickBooks and Excel proficiency, and strong attention to detail. This on-site position requires organization and effective communication with stakeholders.