Accounting Clerk

Mission: The Link works with youth and young families to overcome the impacts of poverty and social injustice. Our 23 programs provide supportive housing, intensive case management services, and skills development to youth at risk of or experiencing homelessness, sex trafficking and/or involvement in the juvenile justice system. The Link prides itself on its innovative, youth-centered, strengths-based programming for youth and families as well as programs that are co-designed, implemented and overseen by youth.

Position Specifics

• Hiring Salary Range: $23.13 - $26.00 /hour based on qualifications
• Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
• Location: North Minneapolis
• Hours/Days: Mon-Fri 9:00-5:00 (hybrid)

BASIC FUNCTION

Perform accounting tasks to include processing payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and producing financial reports.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Accounts Payable

• Ensure that purchase orders have proper supporting documentation and receipts
• Work with employees on purchase orders and expense reimbursements so they are completed correctly per agency policy
• Review assigned account numbers for accuracy and assign account numbers as needed
• Process monthly bills and expense reimbursement requests and distribute or mail
• Communicate with vendors regarding invoices
• File bills and payment requests in a timely manner

Payroll

• Create payroll breakdown for the general ledger and enter it into QuickBooks
• Perform benefit reconciliations after each pay cycle
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of payroll process

Accounts Receivable

• Record contracts and miscellaneous checks into appropriate accounts
• Record deposits accurately and in a timely manner

Other

• Produce monthly financial reports and excel spreadsheets
• Update actuals into monthly cash flow reports
• Periodically review policy and procedure manual to ensure policy and procedures and internal controls are being followed
• Provide support for finance director as needed
• Prioritize, organize, and schedule job assignments for oneself

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preserve the integrity of the programs and agency
• Demonstrate commitment to The Link’s mission and vision, and values of equity, diversity and inclusion
• Support the overall growth of the agency
• Maintain positive and healthy relationship with co-workers and other related parties
• Assist where needed as a team player
• Create a safe, respectful, and healthy atmosphere and environment where everyone can grow and learn
• Participate in special projects as necessary
• Attend all meetings and trainings as required
• Maintain positive and professional interactions with clients, co-workers, and all parties involved
• All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Desire to continuously learn for personal and professional growth
• High level of personal and professional integrity, including ability to protect and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively with and relate to diverse populations
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and writing
• Professional demeanor
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently organize, coordinate, track and complete multiple tasks as well as adjust to changing priorities
• Computer application proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel,
• Ability to pass a criminal background and credit check
• Regular attendance is a must

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or an associate’s degree preferred
• 2-3 years related experience
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Experience with working with a payroll service
• Understanding of GAAP accounting
• Experience with Microsoft Applications

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear
• The employee is regularly required to work at a computer for several hours at a time
• The employee is frequently required to use manual dexterity for use of objects, tools or controls as well as visual acuity
• Work environment for this position includes shared office and common space with a low to moderate noise level

BENEFITS

The Link offers benefits to eligible employees such as medical, dental (The Link covers 100% of the premiums), vision, a generous 401k with 4% employer match, over 2 weeks of PTO in your first year, birthday PTO, two days of volunteer PTO, 11 paid holidays/holiday pay, and more!

COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY

As outlined in our

. The Link believes strongly in pay equity and transparency, and wages that lead our field for similar roles. To that end, The Link will ensure all new hires are offered the highest wage they are eligible to receive within the position's hiring range based on their years of relevant professional experience, lived experience, and relevant degrees and licensures. The Link has a “no negotiation policy,” which means candidates should not have to negotiate their way to a fair wage for their skills and experience and will automatically be given the highest wage they are eligible for based on their qualifications.

OTHER

The Link is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The Link complies with laws relating to discrimination against qualified applicants and employees in hiring or in any decision affecting job status or pay, based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, marital status, disability, familial status, covered veteran status, public assistance status, membership in a local commission, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, or other applicable protected classes.

NOTE: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.