Accounting Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Accounting Assistant

YWCA Greater Lafayette | Lafayette, Indiana
Full-Time | Non-Exempt | In-Person
Salary: $40,000 annually

YWCA Greater Lafayette is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support the organization’s day-to-day financial operations.

This position is an important part of maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, supporting monthly accounting activities, and ensuring documentation is complete and audit-ready. The ideal candidate enjoys organized, detail-focused work and wants to use their accounting skills in support of a mission-driven nonprofit organization.

YWCA Greater Lafayette is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

What You’ll Do

• Enter and accurately code invoices, expense reports, cash receipts, deposits, and routine journal entries.
• Process accounts payable, including organizing invoices, routing them for approval, entering transactions, and preparing payments.
• Assist with accounts receivable, cash receipts, bank deposits, and payment posting.
• Reconcile assigned bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance-sheet accounts.
• Research discrepancies and work with the Controller and other staff to resolve accounting issues.
• Support the monthly closing process by preparing standard journal entries, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper financial records, contracts, and supporting documents.
• Assist with annual audit preparation by gathering records, preparing workpapers, and responding to document requests.
• Work with program directors, managers, and staff to clarify account coding, documentation requirements, and financial deadlines.
• Support the implementation of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Protect confidential financial, employee, donor, client, and organizational information.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• An associate degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• At least one to two years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or finance. Nonprofit experience is preferred.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliations, and general-ledger activities.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, timely work.
• The ability to organize records, manage multiple deadlines, and follow established financial procedures.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with employees across departments.
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Position Details

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, in-person position within YWCA Greater Lafayette’s Administration Department. The Accounting Assistant reports to the Controller or Finance Director.

Employment requires successful completion of a criminal background check and fingerprint check.

Compensation and Benefits

YWCA Greater Lafayette offers an annual salary of $40,000 and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, including health insurance, retirement benefits, and professional-development opportunities.

YWCA Greater Lafayette is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.