Finance Associate

POSITION SUMMARY:This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Finance Associate II position provides administrative support to the Finance department with a primary focus on Early Childhood Education and Camp programs.  OUR CULTURE:Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:1.   Processes daily/monthly cash receipts and prepares bank deposit. Reviews posted receipts for accuracy and ensures corrections, if applicable. Processes returned checks and bank drafts as needed.2.   Accurately processes all childcare and camp registrations in software and maintains billing files. Verifies registration files and communicates with parents to collect documentation as needed. Updates changes to billing files as needed.3.   Responsible for the timely and accurate billing administration of childcare voucher system. Serves as the primary liaison to third party agencies, as assigned. Updates changes to registrations as needed.4.   Distributes timely and accurate accounts receivable reports to department directors and other relevant parties. Communicates receivable notices weekly.5.   Manages and ensures accurate and timely processing of all aspects related to bank draft information.6.   Supports the centralized financial aid processing system. Works with directors to ensure accurate and timely processing of all financial aid applications.7.   Processes, tracks and maintains recordkeeping for all refunds and credits in a timely manner. 8.   Processes office petty cash account reconciliation and replenishes, as assigned.9.   Assists with quarterly and year-end general ledger account and bank reconciliations and creates journal entries, as assigned.10. Responds in a friendly, efficient, and timely manner to all inquiries.  ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:1.   Generates database reports as assigned.2.   Attends staff meetings and trainings.3.   Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes reports as necessary.4.   Other duties as assigned. The Job Functions listed above are intended to describe the nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.  LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY:An individual contributor who directly serves members and/or program participants. LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the communityCommunication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s causeFiscal Management: Manages the Y’s resources responsibly and sustains the Y’s nonprofit business modelFunctional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education and Experience: High school/GED degree required with some college preferred. One year of bookkeeping experience. Experience in data entry with working knowledge of spreadsheets. Knowledge of general ledger and accounting functions preferred. Proficient in all standard business software, excel, word, outlook, business math, and data entry; Microsoft Office preferred. Experience in managing multiple tasks effectively and efficiently. Certifications, Licensures, and Registrations: Other Requirements: Strong customer service and relationship building skills. Excellent human relation, organization, and communication skills.