Accounting Specialist, Philanthropic Service

Company: Net Impact
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

Accounting Specialist, Philanthropic Service Tides About TidesTides is a nonprofit and philanthropic organization dedicated to advancing social justice. We work across the social sector to shift power to leaders, communities of color, and other historically excluded groups who face systemic barriers. Applying our equity-centered lens and leveraging our vast network of changemakers, we work to strengthen the impact of our partners by offering services like fiscal sponsorship, donor advised funds, impact investing, and grantmaking. For more information, please visitwww.tides.org .The Role:The Accounting Specialist, under the direction of the Philanthropic Accounting Manager, is responsible for the timely and accurate delivery of accounts payable and accounts receivable services on a daily basis for Tides Foundation Philanthropic operations.The Accounting Specialist is a non-exempt position. Non-exempt employees work a standard 40 hour work week. Time worked beyond 40 hours at manager's discretion.This position is classified as part of the collective bargaining agreement (SEIU 1021).What you will do:

• Perform all duties related to the processing of cash receipts including verifying coding, depositing, data entry, performing credit card reconciliations, monitoring and processing exceptions and corrections to revenue fees, and handling incoming checks, wires, ACH, and securities.
• Process all Accounts Payable transactions including obtaining appropriate approvals/documentation, verifying coding, data entry and outgoing wires, ACH, and checks for expedited, weekly, and end-of-month check runs.
• Research, analyze, and resolve accounting issues in a timely manner.
• Assist with maintaining schedules and reconciliations of various accounts and preparation of journal entries.
• Assist in the preparation of annual audit.
• Participate in cross departmental and cross organizational teams, financial projects and planning activities as needed.
• Participate in the implementation and improvement of workflows that facilitate efficient operation and financial management of the organization.
• Perform all duties related to the processing of cash receipts including verifying coding, depositing, data entry, performing credit card reconciliations, monitoring and processing exceptions and corrections to revenue fees, and handling incoming checks, wires, ACH, and securities.
• Process all Accounts Payable transactions including obtaining appropriate approvals/documentation, verifying coding, data entry and outgoing wires, ACH, and checks for expedited, weekly, and end-of-month check runs.
• Research, analyze, and resolve accounting issues in a timely manner.
• Assist with maintaining schedules and reconciliations of various accounts and preparation of journal entries.
• Assist in the preparation of annual audit.
• Participate in cross departmental and cross organizational teams, financial projects and planning activities as needed.
• Participate in the implementation and improvement of workflows that facilitate efficient operation and financial management of the organization.
• Other duties, or projects, as assigned.Education and Experience:
  • Undergraduate degree in Accounting preferred, or a Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting or equivalent years of related work experience.
  • 1+ years of experience in a similar position.Life at TidesWorking at Tides connects you with world-class teammates, enduring relationships, and an inspired sense of purpose - while our employee benefits support our team's talent and well-being. This is an exciting time to join Tides. In the past, Tides staff have worked predominantly from our offices in San Francisco and New York. Today, our hybrid work model supports staff with remote work from anywhere in the United States.Salary RangeTides is committed to providing a competitive compensation package. The starting salary for this role ranges from $44,227 to $75,000 based on geographic location, years of experience, and ensuring pay equity within the organization. The recruiting team is committed to sharing more details regarding compensation based on the candidate's experience and location during the interview process. Tides offers a generous benefits package including: comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, life and disability insurances, retirement plan, educational assistance, confidential counseling and life balance resources designed to support the passion, commitment and energy that is vital to our team members.Any Tides Network employee who wishes to use the office or travel to the office must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and boosted. You are required to submit proof of vaccination to the Human Resources Department at least 2 days before your first visit to the office. Employees who do not have vaccination information on file will not be permitted in the building.Application InstructionsPlease submit a resume and a thoughtful cover letter online. Your cover letter should express your interest in working for Tides and your qualifications for the role. You may also share your detailed LinkedIn profile with us. Tides is an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and we look forward to reviewing applications from all who are qualified to apply.Tides is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, and bilingual and bicultural individuals, as well as members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical condition including acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and AIDS-related conditions. Also pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we encourage and will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Applicants with DisabilitiesReasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in the application process. If you seek an accommodation, please advise in writing at the time you apply.

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