Finance Assistant (TeachBeyond USA)

Finance Assistant (TeachBeyond USA) As a member of the Finance team, the Finance Assistant will provide essential administrative and bookkeeping support, ensuring accurate financial records. Responsibilities and Duties Responsible for the timely processing of TeachBeyond worker and ministry affiliate expense claims Provide support for payroll and benefit deductions in coordination with People Services Check figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes Debit, credit and total accounts in computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software Coordinate and act as liaison between Finance and other services teams, i.e. Donor Services, People Services, Advancement, etc. Review employee history, support account information; make recommendations for change Investigate and correct accounting discrepancies and errors Reconcile or note and report discrepancies found in records Maintain knowledge of the financial aspects of new employees, change of assignment and terminations as they impact accounting, such as monthly deductions and transfers Identify and file documents according to company procedures Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers Operates computers programmed with accounting software to set up accounts — coordinated with Donor Services — for recording, storing and analyzing information Comply with federal, provincial and company policies, procedures, and regulations as it relates to employment accounting best practices Provide support as necessary during the annual audits and other projects assigned by management Participate and assist with new member and associate orientations Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, or business administration or equivalent work/study experience desired Experience with accounting and payroll systems a plus Professional experience in a faith-based non-profit organization, cross-cultural mission experience a plus TeachBeyond ministries is a plus Professional and Technical Skills Working knowledge of Office 365 tools for day-to-day business, technological savvy with internet and other IT systems or willingness and ability to learn quickly Highly organized with strong attention to detail Ability to manage multiple assignments and balance workload independently Strong verbal and written communications skills; ability to listen attentively and to communicate clearly and effectively with all levels within the organization Must be a dependable team player with a positive attitude High degree of drive, initiative, and follow through Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently and be proactive with approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability Ability to anticipate the needs of our members and make recommendations to leadership Track record of managing confidential information with the utmost discretion STATUS: Part-time, 30 hours/week, with additional hours up to full-time, during peak times as agreed upon in advance with supervisor LOCATION: Hybrid preferred (located in Aurora, IL) with possibility of fully remote POSITION START DATE: Current Opening TYPE OF POSITION: Part-time (20-35 hrs/week) J-18808-Ljbffr