What are the responsibilities and job description for the Small Business Bookkeeper position at Chicanos Por La Causa Inc?
We will consider candidates that want to work fulltime, part-time or on call schedule.
This will be a hybrid (office and remote) position.
The CPLC Small Business Assistance project aims to remove barriers for businesses facing changing economic conditions. We provide critical bookkeeping and business support services to empower local businesses to access vital programs and resources, fostering economic resilience and growth within the community.
Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Small Business Bookkeeper to join our team. The primary role of this position is to provide bookkeeping and business support services/business coaching to local businesses within Nevada District 4. By offering financial recordkeeping assistance and guidance, this position plays a crucial role in enabling businesses to access opportunities and thrive in challenging economic conditions.
Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Small Business Bookkeeper to join our team. The primary role of this position is to provide bookkeeping and business support services/business coaching to local businesses within Nevada District 4. By offering financial recordkeeping assistance and guidance, this position plays a crucial role in enabling businesses to access opportunities and thrive in challenging economic conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Bookkeeping Assistance:
- Assist businesses in maintaining accurate financial records.
- Review and organize financial documents, including receipts, invoices, and bank statements.
- Record financial transactions and update ledgers.
- Generate financial reports and statements as needed.
- Financial Guidance:
- Provide businesses with guidance on financial management and budgeting.
- Assist in preparing financial forecasts and projections.
- Offer advice on optimizing cash flow and reducing operational costs.
- Business Support:
- Work directly with business owners to understand their specific needs and challenges.
- Identify barriers to accessing financial programs and resources, such as the Paycheck Protection Program and EIDL.
- Offer tailored solutions and strategies to overcome these barriers.
- Promotora Model:
- Implement the Promotora model to foster community engagement and support.
- Act as a bridge between businesses and the community, facilitating access to resources and assistance.
- Client Engagement:
- Maintain regular communication with client businesses to assess progress and address concerns.
- Ensure a high level of client satisfaction and success in accessing opportunities.
- Documentation:
- Accurately document time and client notes into CRM System
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience in bookkeeping or financial recordkeeping.
- Knowledge of financial software and tools.
- Strong understanding of small business operations and challenges.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Familiarity with community engagement and the Promotora model is a plus.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Benefits and Compensation:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Health, dental, and retirement benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Meaningful work that contributes to community resilience and economic development.
Effective January 3, 2022, all CPLC Employees and all Service Providers, are required to be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19. Newly hired employees, who are not Fully Vaccinated at the time of hire, are expected to begin a vaccination series immediately upon hire. CPLC recognizes medical and religious exemptions to the COVID-19 vaccination requirement, in accordance with applicable law and upon approval by CPLC. However, any person approved for an exemption, without exception, is subject to masking, and other requirements established by CPLC from time to time.