Fiscal Assistant

Met Council; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Met Council in New York City is seeking a detail-oriented Fiscal Assistant to support day-to-day budget operations within its Fiscal Departments. You will assist with billing funders, compile backup documentation, and produce expense analyses as requested.

Successful candidates will have a High School Diploma (B.S. in Accounting preferred), internship experience in fiscal work, and strong Excel/Word skills, including pivot tables.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting is preferred.
• Internship experience in fiscal/accounting is expected.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (including pivot tables).
• Thorough knowledge of Accounts Payable preferred.
• MIP, Timberline, and One-Site experience is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with billing funders and compiling necessary backup documentation.
• Produce expense analysis and additional analysis as requested.
• Assist with month and year-end closing.
• Additional responsibilities as required.
• Able to adapt to changes and maintain schedule flexibility.
• Work independently or in a team with integrity and discretion.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Mathematical thinking

Accountability

Education

High School Diploma

B.S. in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

MIP

Timberline

One-Site

Job description

Met Council is America’s largest Jewish charity dedicated to serving the needy. We fight poverty through comprehensive social services and by treating each client with compassion, integrity, and respect. Our programs are staffed by experts who help over 305,000 clients each year and advocate on behalf of all needy New Yorkers. Our services include 100% affordable housing at 21 locations, family violence program, Holocaust survivor assistance, geriatric social work, crisis intervention and the largest free kosher food distribution program in the world. Our network of 101 food pantries, affordable housing sites, and JCCs provide services directly in neighborhoods across New York City.

Position Summary

The Fiscal Assistant will help support the day-to-day Budget operations for Met Council’s Fiscal Departments.

• Assist with billing funders and compiling necessary backup documentation.
• Produce expense analysis and additional analysis as requested.
• Assist with month and year-end closing.
• Additional responsibilities as required.
• Able to easily adapt to changes and flexibility in schedule
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Comfort using technology and various software
• Maintain the highest level of integrity and discretion with sensitive financial information.
• Analysis and reasoning ability
• Mathematical thinking
• Accountability

Skill and Education Required

• High School Diploma (Required), Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting (preferred)
• Fiscal/Accounting experience via 1-2 internships
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (including pivot tables)
• Must have a thorough knowledge of Accounts Payable
• MIP, Timberline, and One-Site experience is a plus
• Strong written and oral communication skills (English)

Compensation

$25 per hour

Benefits

Pre-tax commuter benefits; 403(b); plus pro-rated vacation, sick leave and holidays.