CAAB Seeks an Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RECEIVABLE SPECIALIST

BACKGROUND:

Capital Area Asset Builders (CAAB) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to create opportunities for low- and moderate-income individuals in the greater DC region to build financial security, savings, and wealth for the future. 

Position Summary: The Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist is responsible for recording accounting transactions in the Quickbooks system (QB); invoicing vendors for receipt of payment, generating contract reports; and assisting the accounting savings team with QB account reconciliation.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Record financial transactions in Quickbooks.
• Manage CAAB’s accounts payables and receivables.
• Assist in annual audit preparation.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Research and process equipment purchases for organization.
• Reconcile petty cash account monthly.
• Generate invoices/reports to back up auto-debit transactions from CAAB Bank accounts.
• Assist in posting transactions in Quickbooks related to CAAB Savings Programs.
• Process expense reports in an accurate and timely manner and in accordance with departmental procedures.  
• Post grant receivables in Quickbooks and notify Development Department, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Executive Director of receipt of funds.
• Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of Accounts payable or receivable experience required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in either accounting, finance, or business administration.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Committed to providing excellent customer service, with demonstrated ability to follow instructions and carefully review work for accuracy.
• Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to act independently to identify and analyze problems, recommend cost-effective solutions, and document practices.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Organized with a strong attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and under pressure.
• Able to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment under minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills, full command of MS Office products, technology skills.
• Excellent presentation, time management and organization skills
• Ability to listen to customer needs and promote financially sound decision-making.
• Experience working with low- and moderate-income individuals and families.
• Cultural understanding and awareness of socio-economic matters in the Washington metropolitan region.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• We support equal employment opportunity. We highly encourage women and people of color to apply.
• Knowledge of digital multimedia tools is a plus.

Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Friday with some evening and weekend hours required as needed.

HOW TO APPLY: Email your resume and cover letter to hr@caab.org. 

About Capital Area Asset Builders

Capital Area Asset Builders (CAAB) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to create opportunities for low- and moderate-income individuals in the greater DC region to build financial security, savings, and wealth for the future. 

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• Twitter: @CAAB_GreaterDC
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