Financial Clerk

About the position

The Financial Clerk will support the Finance Department by handling various administrative tasks, including processing invoices, maintaining financial records, and reconciling accounts. This role is essential for ensuring accurate financial operations and providing excellent customer service to participants and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, including coding and posting invoices.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Prepare financial reports as needed.
• Provide administrative support to the finance department, including answering phone calls and responding to emails.
• Record incoming programs, non-program and foundation revenues into daily receipts spreadsheets.
• Perform other duties related to the Financial Clerk position when necessary, or duties in the best interest of the Association.
• Provide excellent customer service to participants, their families, the general public, staff and others through different types of communication channels.
• Prepare Program Flyer templates, with accurate program details.
• Open and close the FVSRA office when assigned, following security procedures.
• Follow the safety policies as indicated in the FVSRA Safety Manual.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree or higher in finance, accounting, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a financial or administrative support role.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; bilingual is preferred (English/Spanish).
• Strong attention to detail with effective problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with a solid understanding of file management practices.
• Experience with financial software such as QuickBooks, Desktop, and Online.
• Knowledge of registration systems such as CivicRec.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial record keeping.
• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes is preferred.

Benefits

• 40 hours of PTO
• 15 hours of sick time