Bilingual Finance Assistant A/R
Company: Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc.
Location: Danbury
Posted on: September 21, 2024
Job Description:
Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc.
Description:CIFC seeks to hire a full-time Bilingual Finance
Assistant A/R to work in our Finance Department.This position is
responsible for the following core functions and performs other
tasks as needed:
- A/R Processing and Collections (50%)
- Assist with Financial Records processing (50%)This position is
expected to work on functions as per the most recent program
allocation and is subject to revision and allocation as a result of
organizational growth and change.
Under the direction of the Deputy Finance Director/Comptroller (or
designee):A. A/R Processing and Collections (50%).
- Receives all Early Learning Program (ELP) funds presented by
cash, check or credit card via mail or in person at the CIFC
Business Office.
- Record ELP parent and C4Kids receipts and track monthly
balances.
- Responsible for making and tracking all ELP parent A/R
collection calls and correspondence.
- Prepare monthly status report of A/R and submit to the ELP
Program Directors and Deputy Finance Director/Comptroller.
- Report C4Kids and SRP parent collections to Program Director on
a monthly basis.
- Prepare and distribute monthly invoices for ELP parents.
- Be present monthly at ELP locations to collect parent payments
and answer payment inquiries.
- Keep Deputy Finance Director/Comptroller informed of all
situations and problems that affect the smooth daily functioning of
financial matters.B. Assist with Financial Records Processing
(50%).
- Prepare month end journal entries, including BSAC and CIFC
Health programs.
- Reconcile bank statements monthly for bank accounts.
- Back-up Senior Financial Analyst, Staff Accountant and Finance
Assistant (A/P) as needed.
- Complete various other tasks as assigned by Deputy Finance
Director/Comptroller or CFO in an accurate and timely manner.
Staff/Team Expectations
- Uphold the shared values of the program and maintain Relias
training.
- Cooperate with co-workers, providing assistance, information or
other support as it is needed to ensure quality service to children
and families and to build and maintain positive staff
relationships.
- Actively participate in staff meetings, mandated trainings,
committee meetings, and other program-wide functions as needed,
including some evening activities.
- Recognize that your job description is service area specific
and that a successful employee upholds the overall employment
manual and specifically, but not limited to, confidentiality, child
abuse reporting, attendance and dependability, appropriate dress,
program resources, and promoting and maintaining a safe work
environment.
- Demonstrate integrity and responsibility by always doing one's
personal best, being honest and ethical, following through on
commitments.
- Maintain a commitment to professionalism, continue own
professional development and manage performance by taking
responsibility for one's own performance, setting goals, eliciting
feedback, tracking progress and addressing performance issues
promptly.
- As requested, attend local, state and regional initiatives to
represent the agency and to develop professionally.
- Exhibit flexibility by showing an openness to different and new
ways of doing things and changing strategy when an initial strategy
is unsuccessful.
- Show initiative by identifying what needs to be done and doing
it before being asked or before the situation requires it.
- Respect the time constraints of co-workers by showing up to
meetings promptly, and giving advance notice if for any reason you
are unable to carry out your
responsibilities.Requirements:Qualifications:
- AA in Accounting or related field, and two (2) years related
experience, or BA in accounting or related field, and some related
experience.
- Bilingual (Spanish/Portuguese/English) skills required.
- Thorough knowledge of Excel software program.
- Thorough knowledge of general office practices, generally
gained through at least one year full-time equivalent
office/administrative experience.
- Strong working knowledge of computers, the internet, Windows
and Microsoft Office software.
- Accurate editing and keyboarding skills (45 words per
minute).
- Ability to work in a professional manner both independently and
with others in a team environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to perform assigned duties in a safe and efficient
manner.
- Able to comprehend assignments, determine and prioritize
workload, multi-task, problem solve and meet deadlines.
- Handle frequent in-person, electronic and phone contact with
staff and public, often involving confidential information.Physical
Requirements
- Able to tolerate occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
- Able to tolerate daily sitting working at computer and standing
to operate various office equipment.
- Able to handle daily repetitive hand and wrist motions, via
production/copying, keyboarding, phone work, and the like.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Pass physical examination, background check, and fingerprinting
screen.Closing Date: Open Until FilledCIFC is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Provider.
Compensation details: 20-25 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc., Danbury , Bilingual Finance Assistant A/R, Other , Danbury, Connecticut
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