Nonprofit Accounting Clerk: Invoices, Grants & Recs

Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Joseph County; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northern Indiana Corridor is seeking anAccounting Clerk to support day-to-day accounting operations for a nonprofit with 30+ sites across northern Indiana. You will enter financial data, process expenses, and code transactions to GL accounts, locations, programs, and grants as applicable.

The role emphasizes accuracy, internal controls, and documenting records to support audits. Strong Excel skills and confidentiality are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in Accounting or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial transactions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications.
• Strong organizational, time management, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage recurring tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices, credit card transactions, and other accounting transactions in accordance with established procedures.
• Review transactions for completeness, accuracy, cut-off, appropriate documentation, and required approvals before processing.
• Code transactions to the correct general ledger account, location, program, and grant, when applicable.
• Maintain organized and complete electronic financial records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with account reconciliations and other routine accounting tasks as assigned.
• Identify discrepancies, missing information, duplicate transactions, or unusual transactions and follow up with the appropriate individuals to resolve them.
• Assist with maintaining accurate vendor records and supporting timely payment processing.
• Follow established accounting policies, approval workflows, and internal control procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial, employee, vendor, and organizational information.
• Support audit preparation by maintaining accurate records and readily accessible supporting documentation.
• Help identify opportunities to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and consistency of accounting processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Confidential information handling

Self-motivation and teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or associate degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage Intacct

BILL Spend & Expense

BILL Accounts Payable

Paycor

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northern Indiana Corridor is seeking anAccounting Clerk to support day-to-day accounting operations for a nonprofit with 30+ sites across northern Indiana. You will enter financial data, process expenses, and code transactions to GL accounts, locations, programs, and grants as applicable.

The role emphasizes accuracy, internal controls, and documenting records to support audits. Strong Excel skills and confidentiality are essential for success.