Fiscal Assistant

GREATER ERIE COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Job summary

GREATER ERIE COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE is seeking a Fiscal Assistant to support financial operations within Erie County, PA. This full-time role focuses on budgeting, analysis, and compliance for program funds and contracts, enabling continued community impact.

The position requires an associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration with related experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MIP Fund Accounting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in budgeting and non-profit accounting is preferred.
• Associates degree with 3–5 years of experience in public or private accounting, or Bachelor's degree with 1–3 years of experience in public or private accounting preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Microsoft Teams is expected.

Responsibilities

• Follow established standard financial procedures in assigned areas.
• Assist Budget Analyst with preparation of the annual AAA Operating Budget.
• Perform financial management and analysis of data and contract compliance.
• Prepare and maintain budgets and projections for AAA programs.
• Assist with development of line-item budgets and forecasting expenditures.
• Monitor revenue and expenditures.
• Conduct fiscal monitoring of sub-contracted/recipient agencies for compliance.
• Review senior center program income reports.
• Verify bank reconciliation on all program income accounts.
• Prepare reports, review in-kind reports, and track and code senior donations.
• Review and process monthly invoices.
• Prepare monthly billing and monitor AR billing system.
• Assist with physical inventory for the Aging Division.

Skills

Budgeting

Non-profit accounting

Financial analysis

Education

Associates degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

MIP Fund Accounting Software

Job description

Description

GECAC, an Equal Opportunity Employer, the largest anti-poverty organization in Erie County, PA is seeking a Fiscal Assistant. With a budget of approximately $15 million and more than 110 staff, we help people and change lives on a daily basis. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. Will you join our team?

This rewarding Fiscal Assistant position is full time at 37.5 hours per week.

Job Summary

• Will be able to follow established standard financial procedures in the following areas:
• Assist Budget Analyst with preparation of annual AAA Operating Budget.
• Financial management and analysis of financial data and contract compliance
• Prepare and maintain budgets and projections for AAA programs
• Assist with development of line-item budgets and forecasting expenditures.
• Monitor revenue and expenditures
• Conduct fiscal monitoring of sub-contracted/recipient agencies to ensure compliance.
• Review senior center program income reports
• Verify bank reconciliation on all program income accounts
• Prepare reports, review in-kind reports, and track and code senior donations
• Review and process monthly invoices
• Prepare monthly billing and monitor AR billing system
• Assist with the physical inventory for the Aging Division

Requirements

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Accounting or Business Administration with 3-5 years of experience in public or private accounting or a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration with 1-3 years of experience in public or private accounting preferred
• Experience in budgeting and non-profit accounting is preferred
• Must possess knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and Microsoft Teams
• Knowledge of MIP Fund Accounting Software a plus.
• Must have current Act 34 clearance issued within the past 5 years. Must meet immigration requirements.

Salary

$21.53 - $23.07 per hour based on related experience.

Benefit Package

Benefit Package including 403(b) Plan (company match), Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Short- and Long-Term Disability, AFLAC. Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave. We understand that there is more to life than work.

Deadline to apply: Until filled.