Bookkeeper / Accounting Assistant

The New Canaan YMCA is looking for a detail-oriented finance assistant to work directly with our Vice President of Finance - this is a full-time salaried position as Bookkeeper / Accounting Assistant, and will be responsible for routine and non-routine accounting and administrative duties.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting or related area and/or equivalent experience preferred
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, billing and/or related financial functions
• Proficient use of Accounting Software and Microsoft Office
• Effective communication (verbal and written) as it pertains to financial functions
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement
• Experience with non-profit organizations preferred

Principal Activities:

• Assist the Vice President of Finance with all accounting functions, including but not limited to accounts receivable, accounts payable, daily receipting, month and year-end closing, annual budget preparation, annual audit preparation, banking and tax functions, and any other financial reporting as necessary.

• Work in tandem with the Vice President of Finance on software applications (Daxco). Assist with input of new activities and editing activities in Daxko.

• General attention to office administration as related to the finance role (ie filing, copying, preparation of correspondence and reports as required, communication within the organization regarding financial matters in general)

• Work closely and communicate effectively with other YMCA Directors as needed and assist in YMCA activities to ensure their success.

  
  

Why the Y? We are an inclusive, nonprofit organization committed to nurturing the potential of all kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

The New Canaan YMCA supports our full-time staff with exceptional benefits such as:

• 32 days of Paid Time off (PTO) for our salaried exempt employees
• FREE YMCA memberships, program discounts, eligibility for free classes
• Discounted child-care for staff
• 9 paid Holidays
  • New Year’s Day,
  • Good Friday,
  • Memorial Day,
  • Independence Day,
  • Labor Day,
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Friday after Thanksgiving Day,
  • Christmas Eve Day,
  • Christmas Day
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (YMCA pays 90% of monthly premium for employee AND dependents!)
• Roll-over unused PTO into Banked Sick Leave (up to 90 days)
• Long Term Disability Insurance (no cost to employee)
• Life Insurance (no cost to employee)
• Retirement funds (403b Savings Plan, and eligibility for YMCA Retirement Fund with employer contribution equal to 12% of annual earnings)

Visit our website for more details and full application: www.newcanaanymca.org/employment