FINANCE ASSOCIATE

JBWS; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Wellness Program

Generous PTO

Job summary

JBWS is seeking a Finance Associate to support general ledger accounting, prepare financial statements, and assist with audits in a nonprofit setting. This on-site role runs Monday–Friday 9am–5pm, with hybrid option after probation, and offers a salary range of $54,000–$58,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Ideal candidates hold a BA in Finance/Accounting or equivalent experience and are proficient with QuickBooks and MIP.

Qualifications

• BA in Finance/Accounting with 2 years experience or minimum of 4 years experience in a similar accounting role.
• Strong understanding of accounting concepts including double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, and accrual accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, spreadsheets, and data analysis techniques
• Experience with financial software such as QuickBooks, MIP or similar platforms
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting practices
• Ability to interpret financial reports accurately and perform detailed financial analysis
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail for account reconciliation and journal entries
• Demonstrated ability to support team members and collaborate effectively within a team and organizational environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and financial report writing to support organizational decision-making.
• Timely processing of agency receipts including credit card payments.
• Maintain records for escrow deposits.
• Utilize financial software such as QuickBooks, MIP, and other financial management tools for data entry and reporting.
• Support and participate in annual financial audits, maintain meticulous records of financial transactions and documentation.
• Support Development Department with financial recordkeeping.

Skills

Double-entry bookkeeping

Debits & credits

Excel

Financial analysis

Education

BA in Finance/Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

MIP

Job description

JBWS is a private, nonprofit agency that provides safety, support, and solutions for abuse for anyone who faces the issues of intimate partner abuse regardless of severity of the abuse, marital status, income, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, or ethnicity. The vision of JBWS is to create a community-wide culture that refuses to tolerate the presence of any form of intimate partner violence. Empowerment of its victims and advocacy for social reform are at the heart of our mission and we are committed to advocating for the change necessary to achieve justice, equity, and inclusivity within our organization, our community and the systems with which we work on behalf of our clients. More than 75 paid staff and nearly 200 volunteers work together with the help of the community to fulfill the agency mission. JBWS recognized the impact of the work done in our space and we are committed to staff wellness. Our W.I.S.H. (Wellness Initiative Supporting Health) initiative focuses on the 8 dimensions of wellness, including physical, emotional, mental, etc. to support and educate our staff. JBWS is an equal opportunity employer. JBWS values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for a position at JBWS.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Associate to join our team. In this vital role, you will support financial operations, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and contribute to the organization’s financial health. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise in nonprofit accounting while making a meaningful difference.

Key Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and financial report writing to support organizational decision-making.
• Timely processing of agency receipts including credit card payments.
• Maintain records for escrow deposits.
• Utilize financial software such as QuickBooks, MIP, and other financial management tools for data entry and reporting.
• Support and participate in annual financial audits, maintain meticulous records of financial transactions and documentation.
• Support Development Department with financial recordkeeping.

QUALIFICATIONS

Include but are not limited to:

• BA in Finance/Accounting with 2 years experience or minimum of 4 years experience in a similar accounting role.
• Strong understanding of accounting concepts including double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, and accrual accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, spreadsheets, and data analysis techniques
• Experience with financial software such as QuickBooks, MIP or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting practices.
• Ability to interpret financial reports accurately and perform detailed financial analysis.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail for account reconciliation and journal entries.
• Demonstrated ability to support team members and collaborate effectively within a team and organizational environment.

Schedule Requirements:

This is an on-site position, Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm , hybrid available upon satisfactorily completion of the probationary period.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range $54,000 – $58,000 in addition to a generous benefits package including an employee wellness program, medical, dental, vision, life, 403B and generous paid time off package.

JBWS values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, interns and volunteers. We welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for a position at JBWS.