CAIR California
Work Location:
Exemplary candidates in Sacramento, Santa Clara, of San Diego may be considered. Term:
Full-time
,
occasional evening and weekends
required Position Status:
Non
-Exempt Pay Range:
$
30-3
3
per
hour
commensurate
with skills and experience Reports to
:
CAIR-CA
Operations and Finance Associate Director Requirements:
Must h
ave access to reliable transportation Generous Benefits:
100%
employer-paid
medical and dental insurance for
employees
& dependents, 3%
employer-matched
retirement plan, 12 vacation days, 10 sick
days
,
and 1
2
holidays, hybrid work schedule
utilized
temporarily
.
About Us:
Join the largest American Muslim civil rights organization at the frontlines in protecting the rightsoffree speech, to freely practice one's faith, to pursue employment opportunities without harassment, and to live as an active and engaged American without reprisal. The Council on American-Islamic Relations
,
California (CAIR-CA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), grassroots civil rights and advocacy group. We recognize that our employees are passionate, talented, and are our most valuable
resource
. With such an important vision to be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding, our diverse workforce stands together to
demonstrate
our values for everyone who chooses to join these efforts.
About the Role:
CAIR-CA
is
seeking
a detail-oriented and experienced
Bookkeeper
to manage the financial operations
. This role
is responsible for
overseeing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank and general ledger accounts, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in nonprofit accounting, grant tracking, and financial reporting. This position plays a key role in
maintaining
financial accuracy, supporting audits, and providing insights that help drive our mission forward
RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage accounts payable and receivable
, ensuring
timely
and
accurate
process
in
g
. Reconcile bank and credit card statements
. Post and reconcile the general ledger and subsidiary accounts. Prepare and reconcile grants
and
other
restricted funds
for the current
fiscal
year. Enter and
maintain
financial transactions, including
sales receipts,
invoices
and bills
, in accounting
software. Process payments for operational expenses including
rent, utilities,
and
supplies
. Generate and
interpret monthly financial statements for management
review. Ensure compliance with internal controls
,
accounting policies
,
and procedures. Provide
financial
analysis, data, reports, and other fiscally relevant information as
needed
. Assist
in
the
annual independent financial audit by preparing schedules, worksheets, and other required documentation. Support
month
-
end close
and reconciliation
processes
. Ensure compliance with federal,
state
and local requirements. Monitor cash flow and report on financial trends. Manage fixed asset tracking and depreciation schedules. Monitor
budget
variances
and provide insights on financial trends
. Handle
a
dministrative
duties
such as
vendor research
, cost analysis,
electronic file
management,
and responding to
financial
inquiries from local offices. Support finance-related projects, including budgeting initiatives, process improvements, and financial system enhancements. Identify
and recommend process improvements for financial operations. Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree
in accounting,
finance
or related discipline
(
preferred
)
. 3
+
years of
bookkeeping
experience, preferably at a nonprofit. Proven bookkeeping experience
managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger reconciliations
. Strong
proficiency
in
accounting softwar
e (QuickBooks
or similar
)
. Thorough knowledge of
nonprofit accounting prin
ciples, including budgeting, fund accounting, and grant tracking,
in accordance with
GAAP. Experience in grant accounting
(preferred)
. Proficiency
in accrual accounting
, including
the ability to
create
and interpret
journal entries. Ability to prepare
financial statements and reports for management review. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey financial information. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple
tasks and meet
deadlines Advanced proficiency
in
Microsoft
Excel
(e.g., formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)
. Proficiency
in
Microsoft Suite
(
Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
)
.
TO APPLY
:
Submit
cover letter
,
updated resume
and three references
CAIR-CA is an equal-opportunity employer and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting
employment discrimination
.
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Exemplary candidates in Sacramento, Santa Clara, of San Diego may be considered. Term:
Full-time
,
occasional evening and weekends
required Position Status:
Non
-Exempt Pay Range:
$
30-3
3
per
hour
commensurate
with skills and experience Reports to
:
CAIR-CA
Operations and Finance Associate Director Requirements:
Must h
ave access to reliable transportation Generous Benefits:
100%
employer-paid
medical and dental insurance for
employees
& dependents, 3%
employer-matched
retirement plan, 12 vacation days, 10 sick
days
,
and 1
2
holidays, hybrid work schedule
utilized
temporarily
.
About Us:
Join the largest American Muslim civil rights organization at the frontlines in protecting the rightsoffree speech, to freely practice one's faith, to pursue employment opportunities without harassment, and to live as an active and engaged American without reprisal. The Council on American-Islamic Relations
,
California (CAIR-CA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), grassroots civil rights and advocacy group. We recognize that our employees are passionate, talented, and are our most valuable
resource
. With such an important vision to be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding, our diverse workforce stands together to
demonstrate
our values for everyone who chooses to join these efforts.
About the Role:
CAIR-CA
is
seeking
a detail-oriented and experienced
Bookkeeper
to manage the financial operations
. This role
is responsible for
overseeing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank and general ledger accounts, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in nonprofit accounting, grant tracking, and financial reporting. This position plays a key role in
maintaining
financial accuracy, supporting audits, and providing insights that help drive our mission forward
RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage accounts payable and receivable
, ensuring
timely
and
accurate
process
in
g
. Reconcile bank and credit card statements
. Post and reconcile the general ledger and subsidiary accounts. Prepare and reconcile grants
and
other
restricted funds
for the current
fiscal
year. Enter and
maintain
financial transactions, including
sales receipts,
invoices
and bills
, in accounting
software. Process payments for operational expenses including
rent, utilities,
and
supplies
. Generate and
interpret monthly financial statements for management
review. Ensure compliance with internal controls
,
accounting policies
,
and procedures. Provide
financial
analysis, data, reports, and other fiscally relevant information as
needed
. Assist
in
the
annual independent financial audit by preparing schedules, worksheets, and other required documentation. Support
month
-
end close
and reconciliation
processes
. Ensure compliance with federal,
state
and local requirements. Monitor cash flow and report on financial trends. Manage fixed asset tracking and depreciation schedules. Monitor
budget
variances
and provide insights on financial trends
. Handle
a
dministrative
duties
such as
vendor research
, cost analysis,
electronic file
management,
and responding to
financial
inquiries from local offices. Support finance-related projects, including budgeting initiatives, process improvements, and financial system enhancements. Identify
and recommend process improvements for financial operations. Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree
in accounting,
finance
or related discipline
(
preferred
)
. 3
+
years of
bookkeeping
experience, preferably at a nonprofit. Proven bookkeeping experience
managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger reconciliations
. Strong
proficiency
in
accounting softwar
e (QuickBooks
or similar
)
. Thorough knowledge of
nonprofit accounting prin
ciples, including budgeting, fund accounting, and grant tracking,
in accordance with
GAAP. Experience in grant accounting
(preferred)
. Proficiency
in accrual accounting
, including
the ability to
create
and interpret
journal entries. Ability to prepare
financial statements and reports for management review. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey financial information. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple
tasks and meet
deadlines Advanced proficiency
in
Microsoft
Excel
(e.g., formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)
. Proficiency
in
Microsoft Suite
(
Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
)
.
TO APPLY
:
Submit
cover letter
,
updated resume
and three references
CAIR-CA is an equal-opportunity employer and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting
employment discrimination
.
#J-18808-Ljbffr