A/P & A/R Bookkeeper

About Us Founded in 1974, cdcb | come dream. come build provides safe, sanitary affordable housing to the citizens of South Texas, and is one of the largest non‑profit producers of single‑family housing for homeownership in Texas. cdcb is a multifaceted affordable housing organization devoted to utilizing collaborative partnerships to create sustainable communities across South Texas through quality education, model financing, efficient home design, and superior construction. Our dedicated team members work to improve the lives of low to moderate families and individuals to grow wealth and improve families educational, housing, and financial security. We offer industry competitive compensation, excellent benefits with a five‑decade old firm. cdcb is an inclusive and exciting work environment. We are looking for a knowledgeable and self‑motivated individual to join our team. Summary The A/P & A/R Bookkeeper is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, daily cash activity, vendor management, account reconciliations, and maintaining the accuracy of financial records. This position serves a critical role within the Finance Department by supporting the integrity of the organization's financial operations and ensuring timely and accurate processing of key financial transactions. The role requires a strong foundation in accounting principles, the ability to independently analyze and resolve issues, and a commitment to continuous professional development and learning. Although this is an entry‑level position, it offers significant exposure to the organization's financial operations and leadership team. The position is designed to provide a structured pathway for career growth, with the expectation that high‑performing employees will develop the skills and experience necessary to transition into a Financial Analyst role within approximately one year. Success in this role requires initiative, strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a desire to grow into more advanced finance and accounting responsibilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Create home numbers of individual properties to identify clients. Post all received checks, cash, ACHs, and interest entries, including corrections and adjustments. Assist in budget tracking and reporting by maintaining accuracy and verifying expenses against organizational and grant budgets. Prepare annual 1099s and 1096 filings. Post warehouse advances and payoffs from the bank. Print statements and revenue reports and provide copies for monthly financial reporting. Process all accounts payable payments and respond to AP inquiries. Create check vouchers and ensure proper account coding and allocations. Perform invoice data entry, balancing, and payment processing. Prepare checks for approval and distribute approved payments. Process prepaid insurance, pool payments, depreciation, and other recurring accounting transactions. Maintain vendor records and supporting documentation, including W-9 forms. Handle daily accounting inquiries, manual checks, and incoming invoices. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Must possess a solid understanding of accounting principles, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, general ledger activity, and financial reporting. Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. Prior bookkeeping, accounting, or finance experience preferred. Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to think independently, exercise sound judgment, and resolve issues with limited direction or supervision. Self‑starter with the ability to identify process improvements and proactively address challenges before they become problems. Demonstrated commitment to continued learning, professional growth, and staying current on accounting best practices and technology. Ability to read, interpret, and communicate financial and operational information effectively. Proficiency in Excel is a highly preferred. Proficiency in other Microsoft Office, email systems, QuickBooks, MIP Fund Accounting, or similar accounting software. Compensation and Benefits Salary – $17 - $20 / hour- Based on Experience Bonus – Based ongoals met 100% of premium for health, vision and dental benefits paid by cdcb. Life Insurance 401K retirement plan (no match required) 16 paid holidays Vacation Days - Based on Length of Service Personal Days - Based on Length of Service #J-18808-Ljbffr