Accounting Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Do you want challenging work in an organization that makes a difference? Community Interface Services, a nonprofit that serves people with developmental and intellectual disabilities, is currently seeking a full-time Accounting Assistant in our lively Vista office. This administrative role will work closely with our accounting team on billing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.The starting pay range is $23.00-25.00 per hour, depending on education and experience. There is an opportunity for a $1 increase in your compensation for those who meet agency standards after completing our Career Jumpstart program!OUR MISSIONCommunity Interface Services is a non-profit organization that has empowered adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1983. Our mission is to provide quality, individualized, community-based support and training in employment, housing, community living, and other related services.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESAs an Accounting Assistant, you will help the accounting team to:Set up new vendors in our accounting systemReview and process invoices from vendorsPrint and mail payment checks to vendorsCompile payment details for ACH paymentsInvoice customers for servicesUpdate accounting records in QuickBooks OnlineMatch payment details to invoicesResearch and reconcile unpaid invoicesLearn a variety of software used to process financial transactions and track paymentsFollow established policies and procedures to conduct a high volume of unique financial transactions accurately and efficiently using professional judgementWork on a variety of special projects as neededConduct all business activities in accordance with widely recognized ethical standards; ensureconfidentiality is not breached regarding financial, accounting, personnel, participant, and all other propriety information; work to reduce the agency's vulnerability to waste, fraud, and abuse; comply with all safe work practices  The ideal candidate will have:High School Diploma (some college preferred) plus one year of experience in an office-based administrative or accounting role.Working knowledge of Excel and Outlook; experience using databases; experience with QuickBooks Online is highly preferred.Flexibility, openness, and ability to adapt to change.Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to process a high volume of financial transactions accurately and effectively.Dependable and reliable; able to follow through on commitments.Strong communication and teamwork skills.Why you will love working with Community Interface Services!As a Top Workplace voted by the San Diego Union Tribune for six years running, Community Interface Services strives to be an inclusive, supportive work environment. We offer a wide variety of benefits such as:The opportunity to do challenging and meaningful work that makes a difference and improves people's livesExcellent professional development and career growth opportunitiesA warm and supportive culture with people who truly care about you40 hours per week, Monday-Friday scheduleVery low-cost medical, dental, vision, and life insuranceGenerous amounts of paid time off, including sick and personal leavePaid HolidaysPaid initial and ongoing trainingUnique retirement plan that we contribute to on your behalfCompany issued iPhone and laptopAnd much more!If you are ready to be a part of an amazing nonprofit and truly make a difference, take the next step and apply! We hope you consider us, and we look forward to meeting you!