Accounting Associate

Love animals? Looking to make a difference in your community? Do you want to be a part of a dynamic, mission-driven team? If so we would love to have you join HSCC! We are a progressive animal welfare non-profit organization with an inclusive and employee-centric culture.

The Accounting Associate position at the Humane Society (HSCC) is responsible for data entry of all sources of daily cash receipts, accounts recievable and payable, and other accounting tasks. He/she is fully committed to implementing the mission, objectives, and goals of HSCC as well as helping to maintain an inclusive and high-performance culture.

Essential Functions

The general tasks and activities for this position will include, but are not limited to, management of the following:

Data entry of daily cash receipts, petty cash, and bank deposits

Monthly Bank reconciliations and necessary journal entries
A/R and A/P management
Help with preparation of monthly financial statements and other financial reports as needed

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) non profit (preferable)
Experience with computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, Etc.)
Knowledge of QuickBooks desktop accounting software (strongly preferred)

Must be highly organized and detail oriented with excellent time management skills
Must have a strong level of integrity, honesty and confidentiality
Must be able to collaborate and work in a fast-paced non-profit work environment

Required Education and Experience

Minimum Associate’s degree in accounting or related field, Bachelor’s degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience
At least 2 years of experience in bookkeeping and accounting practice with experience in preparation of financial statements (preferred)