Nonprofit Accounting Associate — Make an Impact

Child Care Aware; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17 PTO days (tenure-based)

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with match

Training and development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Parking

Job summary

VPM Media Corporation in Richmond, VA, is seeking an Accounting Associate to support day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, donor revenue processing, and financial reporting.

Reporting to the Controller, you will work with the Staff Accountant to ensure timely processing of transactions, assist with year-end activities and audits, and help safeguard organizational assets in a nonprofit environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related administrative experience.
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in computer skills and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to foster and maintain business and client relationships.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to explain and interpret fiscal-related policies and general accounting.
• Ability to provide the highest level of customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assists in member and major gifts processing with cash, checks, and online payments.
• Reports membership and major gifts receivable to the Development / Philanthropy team to ensure proper recording.
• Posts certain financial transactions accurately using accounting software.
• Produces a variety of financial ad-hoc reports for accounting and management.
• Assists in accounts receivable (sponsorship) invoicing, monitoring aging reports and collections.
• Assists in accounts payable processing and posting invoices to accounting software.
• Checks for accuracy in reports, figures, and postings.
• Reconciles and reports any discrepancies found in the records.
• Assists with tax payments and filing.
• Assists Accounting team with year-end and audit preparation.
• Completes payroll duties as assigned.
• Provides back-up support for other Accounting staff as needed.
• Reviews all accounting information for any errant charges, reversals, or withdrawals from company funds.

Skills

Accounting basics

Communication

Relationship building

Organization

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Fiscal policy explanation

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

VPM Media Corporation in Richmond, VA, is seeking an Accounting Associate to support day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, donor revenue processing, and financial reporting.

Reporting to the Controller, you will work with the Staff Accountant to ensure timely processing of transactions, assist with year-end activities and audits, and help safeguard organizational assets in a nonprofit environment.