Description

Organization Overview:

Join a mission-driven non-profit organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our finance team on a temp-to-hire basis. The ideal candidate will have a passion for supporting a non-profit’s financial operations while ensuring that donations, grants, and other income sources are accurately recorded and tracked. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while building your career in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Position Overview:

The Accounts Receivable Clerk will manage daily accounts receivable processes, including tracking donations, grants, and other sources of income. The role involves working closely with the development and finance teams to ensure accurate financial records, timely collection, and donor communication. The ideal candidate will be familiar with the unique financial aspects of a non-profit organization, including fund accounting and restricted grants.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable Processing:

Accurately enter and process incoming donations, grants, and other payments into the accounting system.

Issue invoices for pledges, program fees, and other receivables as needed.

Reconcile payments with donor and grant records to ensure proper allocation of funds.

Donation Grant Tracking:

Maintain records of restricted and unrestricted funds, ensuring compliance with grant and donor restrictions.

Track receivables related to multi-year pledges and provide updates to the development team on outstanding payments.

Collections Follow-Up:

Follow up on outstanding pledges and program receivables, ensuring timely collection.

Communicate with donors and grantors to address any payment discrepancies or delays.

Reporting Reconciliation:

Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and assist in month-end close processes.

Reconcile accounts receivable balances with the general ledger and provide regular updates to management.

Compliance Recordkeeping:

Ensure compliance with non-profit accounting standards, including tracking of restricted funds and grant reporting requirements.

Maintain accurate and organized financial records for audits and reviews.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.Experience:

Minimum of 1-2 years of accounts receivable experience, ideally within a non-profit organization.

Familiarity with fund accounting and understanding of restricted vs. unrestricted funds is a plus.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) and donor management systems.

Strong Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) are preferred.

Soft Skills:

High attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with donors and grantors.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment:

This role will be based at the organization’s main office, working closely with the finance and development teams. The position offers a flexible, mission-driven work environment where collaboration and impact are valued.

About Robert Half:

Robert Half is the world’s leading staffing agency, connecting talented professionals with organizations in finance, accounting, and more. We specialize in temporary, temp-to-hire, and permanent opportunities, including roles within the non-profit sector.

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