Finance Assistant

ANEW is a nonprofit organization with a mission of building people, building communities. Founded in 1980, ANEW has a unique and successful reputation for assisting underserved populations into apprenticeship and family-wage careers. ANEW is focused on changing the culture and demographics of industries that have historically not been diverse or inclusive.

POSITION TITLE: Finance Assistant

Reporting to the Controller, this position Assists with the Functions of organizational financial tracking, this position’s primary responsibilities include overseeing and performing a variety of financial and clerical tasks in the finance department. The successful candidate will possess strong interpersonal communication qualities, be committed to working with diverse populations, and provide excellent customer service to a broad range of cultures. This position advances ANEW's values for fair and culturally competent service delivery, innovation, efficient application of resources, building a culture of performance, and expanding opportunities to seek input, listen and respond to industry and residents. Experience with Non-profit finances is preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Accurately enter financial transactions into QuickBooks.
•Reconcile support service reports to QuickBooks.
•Compile credit card receipts to statements.
•Accurately process payroll.
•Accurately enter invoices and bills.
•Process expense reimbursements.
•Work with contract accounting firm as needed.
•Accurately enter financial transactions into multiple software systems.
•Correctly process payroll and expense reimbursements.
•Enter, track and pay invoices, bills and credit card transactions.
•Complete and process invoices on time for grants and contracts.
•Perform other duties as assigned.
•Assist with the bimonthly collection of timekeeping/payroll records.
Grant Reporting
•Accurate and timely processing of invoices for funding sources.
•Provide assistance to the Controller to ensure grant reports are accurate and submitted on time.
•Compile staff reporting information as needed.

MINIMUM / REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

•Strong computer hardware, software and internet skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs, adaptive technologies, and classroom monitoring software.
•Excellent organizational and attention to detail skills.
•Excellent oral and written communications skills.
•Willingness and ability to learn and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
•Demonstrated ability to work independently.
•Must be able to be bonded and insured in WA state.
•Ability to understand and interpret written and oral instructions effectively and professionally communicate.
•Proven academic excellence and subject matter knowledge, which may be evidenced by training, experience, and/or an associate degree.
•Prefer 2 years experience with bookkeeping, data entry, and/or data reporting.
•Experience with nonprofit financial concepts or grants management.
•Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of ANEW.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
•Background screening through Washington State Patrol
•Proof of citizenship or other authorization for employment
•Continuation of employment is contingent upon successfully performing the work described.
•Continuation of this position is dependent on the achievement of performance goals andavailability of funding.
WORK LOCATION: ANEW Tukwila Training Center, in person 100% of the time.
WORK SCHEDULE: 8am-4:30pm
REPORTS TO: Controller
SALARY
This position is paid as a non-exempt position with a starting hourly wage of $33.17 - $35.21 per hour. This position is grant-funded, and continuation of this position is subject to continuation offunding. .
**Years of experience has to be directly related to this position.
BENEFITS
The person in this position is expected to serve a 90-day probation period. Benefits will take effect after 30 days of employment. If the position is more than 30/hours per week, the following benefit information will be made effective: Employer paid benefits include: Medical, Dental and Vision. 12 days of sick and vacation time per year accrued at a rate of 4 hours per twice monthly pay period.
A portion of the medical premium is made by the employee through a pre-tax contribution at time of payroll posting. Employees at 30/hours week or greater qualify for full benefits and pay a pre-tax contribution of $80 per month. Additional employer paid benefits include basic life insurance, vacation, sick leave, holiday pay and taxes as required by law.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The final applicant will be selected by way of a competitive process which will include interviewing and professional reference checks. Please apply online at https://anew1.bamboohr.com/careers. Candidates that advance beyond the phone screening will be asked to submit a writing sample of a project narrative section of a successful/awarded grant proposal.  ANEW is committed to being accessible to all. For accommodation applying, please email [email protected] to be considered for this role.