Finance Assistant - Billing & Subsidies (Hybrid)

Launch; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Launch is a Seattle-based nonprofit focused on preschool, after school, and summer programs. The Finance Assistant reports to the Finance Manager and handles tuition processing, subsidies, and accounts receivable while supporting day-to-day office operations.

Responsibilities include billing families, posting payments, managing City/DSHS invoicing, and coordinating with enrollment staff. The role requires strong communication, accuracy, and teamwork in a hybrid office environment.

Qualifications

• AA in accounting or related field or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience providing finance-related support to a small or medium sized organization.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, etc.) and data management systems.
• Excellent financial and quantitative skills required.
• Experience navigating childcare subsidies and related programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to families and program staff regarding tuition and subsidies.
• Process City and DSHS invoices and post payments to ledger accounts.
• Post late pick-up and drop-in charges; manage monthly billing cycles.
• Prepare and audit City and DSHS invoices and related vouchers.
• Update subsidies and TA/billing spreadsheets; balance ledgers.
• Assist enrollment and reception staff with daily operations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently and on a

Excellent financial and quantitative

Professional, punctual, flexible

Education

AA in accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

MS Office Suite

Procare

Job description

Launch is a Seattle-based nonprofit focused on preschool, after school, and summer programs. The Finance Assistant reports to the Finance Manager and handles tuition processing, subsidies, and accounts receivable while supporting day-to-day office operations.

Responsibilities include billing families, posting payments, managing City/DSHS invoicing, and coordinating with enrollment staff. The role requires strong communication, accuracy, and teamwork in a hybrid office environment.