FINANCE ASSISTANT

The Finance Assistant works directly with the Director of Finance to ensure the accurate and continuous workflow of the finance department. This position provides support to staff members so that the agency can carry out its mission of supporting Cape children and families.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• An Associate’s degree in business, finance, nonprofit administration, or similar preferred. Candidates who gained relevant skills and knowledge through other means, such as practical experience, self-study, or non-traditional learning paths are encouraged.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with accounting software and/or state funding databases preferred

• Enter invoices and debit charges in accounting programs, filing and assisting the Director of Finance
• Assist with Payroll processing and general ledger entry preparation
• Organize and file finance and personnel documents
• Schedule meetings and information sessions
• Help with recruiting and onboarding for new employees
• Manage background check process for non-teaching staff
• Work with the Director of Early Learning to ensure tuition billing and invoicing from families and town sources are up to date
• Complete administrative tasks
• Participate in front desk coverage and reception duties as needed
• Prepare correspondence, i.e. invoices, staff emails, etc.
• Work with program and development databases