The Ali Forney Center
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Bookkeeper
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The Ali Forney Center Department
Finance
Reports To
Director of Finance
Education Requirement
High School Diploma or Equivalent
(bachelor’s degree in accountant or related field preferred)
FLSA
Exempt
Salary
$55,000- $70,000 Annually
Schedule
Monday- Friday (hybrid: 4 days in office 1 day remote)
Organization Overview
The Ali Forney Center (AFC) is dedicated to protecting LGBTQ+ youth from the harms of homelessness and empowering them with the tools needed to live independently. Founded in 2002, AFC provides comprehensive services, including housing, healthcare, and educational support to over 2,000 youth annually. AFC's mission is to create an affirming and supportive environment where LGBTQ+ youth can thrive.
POSITION Overview
The
Bookkeeper
will play a key role in supporting AFC’s finance department, ensuring the smooth processing of financial transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting in budget tracking. This role will involve working closely with the agency’s outsourced finance firm, and various departments to support accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow management, metro card distribution and tracking, expense tracking, financial coding, audit preparation, and budget monitoring.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
Process invoices and payments in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation, utilizing a digital bill pay system. Maintain records of vendor payments and reconcile accounts payable transactions. Track incoming payments and assist in accounts receivable reconciliation. Expedite AP for clients and staff check requests. Onboard new vendors including data entry, W-9 collection and contract filing.
Cash Flow Management Support
Monitor cash balances and provide reports to ensure sufficient cash flow for operational needs. Assist in preparing weekly and monthly cash flow projections.
Metro Card Distribution & Tracking
Distribute, track, and reconcile Metro Cards provided to staff and program participants. Ensure proper documentation and reporting for Metro Card usage.
Receipt & Expense Tracking, Coding, and Input
Collect, verify, and process receipts and expense reports from various departments. Ensure accurate coding of expenses and input financial data into accounting systems. Maintain organized records of financial transactions and supporting documentation.
Credit & Debit Card Management
Distribute and track agency credit cards by user. Collect, verify, and process receipts and expense reports from various departments. Ensure accurate coding of expenses and input financial data into accounting systems. Maintain organized records of financial transactions and supporting documentation.
Budget Tracking & Departmental Meetings
Attend all department budget meetings, taking notes and tracking financial discussions. Assist in monitoring budgets and expenditures across departments. Assist with regular reports to department heads on financial performance and budget variances. Participate in Development/Revenue Meetings.
File Management & Audit Preparation
Organize and maintain hard copy and digital financial records, ensuring compliance with recordkeeping policies. Assist in audit preparation, including gathering documentation and ensuring readiness for external reviews. Support the Finance Manager and auditors in responding to audit inquiries.
Qualifications
Competencies
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to AFC’s mission and working with LGBTQ+ homeless youth.
Qualifications
Experience with Sage Intacct and Bill.com is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook and Excel. Experience with nonprofit bookkeeping and financial reporting.
Skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Excellent organizational and time management skills. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to AFC’s mission and values, particularly in supporting LGBTQ+ homeless youth.
Full-time Benefits & Pto
Paid sick, vacation, personal, 12 holidays Medical Dental Vision 4O1k (matching) EAP program
Bilingual (Spanish) speaking candidates are encouraged to apply. Transgender and gender non-conforming people are encouraged to apply.
The Ali Forney Center is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Seniority level
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Employment type Full-time Job function
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Bookkeeper
role at
The Ali Forney Center 1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Bookkeeper
role at
The Ali Forney Center Department
Finance
Reports To
Director of Finance
Education Requirement
High School Diploma or Equivalent
(bachelor’s degree in accountant or related field preferred)
FLSA
Exempt
Salary
$55,000- $70,000 Annually
Schedule
Monday- Friday (hybrid: 4 days in office 1 day remote)
Organization Overview
The Ali Forney Center (AFC) is dedicated to protecting LGBTQ+ youth from the harms of homelessness and empowering them with the tools needed to live independently. Founded in 2002, AFC provides comprehensive services, including housing, healthcare, and educational support to over 2,000 youth annually. AFC's mission is to create an affirming and supportive environment where LGBTQ+ youth can thrive.
POSITION Overview
The
Bookkeeper
will play a key role in supporting AFC’s finance department, ensuring the smooth processing of financial transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting in budget tracking. This role will involve working closely with the agency’s outsourced finance firm, and various departments to support accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow management, metro card distribution and tracking, expense tracking, financial coding, audit preparation, and budget monitoring.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
Process invoices and payments in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation, utilizing a digital bill pay system. Maintain records of vendor payments and reconcile accounts payable transactions. Track incoming payments and assist in accounts receivable reconciliation. Expedite AP for clients and staff check requests. Onboard new vendors including data entry, W-9 collection and contract filing.
Cash Flow Management Support
Monitor cash balances and provide reports to ensure sufficient cash flow for operational needs. Assist in preparing weekly and monthly cash flow projections.
Metro Card Distribution & Tracking
Distribute, track, and reconcile Metro Cards provided to staff and program participants. Ensure proper documentation and reporting for Metro Card usage.
Receipt & Expense Tracking, Coding, and Input
Collect, verify, and process receipts and expense reports from various departments. Ensure accurate coding of expenses and input financial data into accounting systems. Maintain organized records of financial transactions and supporting documentation.
Credit & Debit Card Management
Distribute and track agency credit cards by user. Collect, verify, and process receipts and expense reports from various departments. Ensure accurate coding of expenses and input financial data into accounting systems. Maintain organized records of financial transactions and supporting documentation.
Budget Tracking & Departmental Meetings
Attend all department budget meetings, taking notes and tracking financial discussions. Assist in monitoring budgets and expenditures across departments. Assist with regular reports to department heads on financial performance and budget variances. Participate in Development/Revenue Meetings.
File Management & Audit Preparation
Organize and maintain hard copy and digital financial records, ensuring compliance with recordkeeping policies. Assist in audit preparation, including gathering documentation and ensuring readiness for external reviews. Support the Finance Manager and auditors in responding to audit inquiries.
Qualifications
Competencies
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to AFC’s mission and working with LGBTQ+ homeless youth.
Qualifications
Experience with Sage Intacct and Bill.com is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook and Excel. Experience with nonprofit bookkeeping and financial reporting.
Skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Excellent organizational and time management skills. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to AFC’s mission and values, particularly in supporting LGBTQ+ homeless youth.
Full-time Benefits & Pto
Paid sick, vacation, personal, 12 holidays Medical Dental Vision 4O1k (matching) EAP program
Bilingual (Spanish) speaking candidates are encouraged to apply. Transgender and gender non-conforming people are encouraged to apply.
The Ali Forney Center is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Seniority level
Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Ali Forney Center by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Bookkeeper” roles.
New York, NY $57,500.00-$62,500.00 3 days ago Junior Accountant - Hybrid - NYC or Stamford, CT
New York, NY $56,250.00-$95,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $80,000.00-$85,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $65,000.00-$65,000.00 1 week ago New York City Metropolitan Area 1 week ago New York, NY $100,000.00-$120,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $75,000.00-$85,000.00 1 week ago New York City Metropolitan Area 2 days ago New York, NY $60,000.00-$90,000.00 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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