Accounting Associate

Status:                     Regular, non-exempt position

Reports to:             Senior Finance Manager

Location:                 Portland, Oregon

Hours:                      Full time

Starting Salary:     $44,000-$51,500 annually 

Apply at:               https://forthmobility.org/careers

Background & Scope of Responsibility

Forth is a fast-growing nonprofit with a mission to electrify transportation by bringing people together to create solutions that reduce pollution and barriers to access. Founded in the Pacific Northwest, we now work nationwide. Learn more on our website.

The Accounting Associate is a member of the Organizational Team and will be responsible for providing accounting, bookkeeping, and administrative support.

This position is ideal for a highly organized person with great communication skills, a passion for numbers, a commitment to equity and an interest in advancing clean and equitable mobility in a growing, dynamic organization.

Description of Duties

• Perform full-cycle accounts payable process, including receiving, coding invoices and processing payment requests
• Produce invoices; ensure alignment with payment terms in contract; complete reporting as necessary
• Ensure invoice payments are received; follow-up with program contact or Forth staff member as necessary
• Manage and disburse cash and checks by recording entry; verifying documentation; depositing to bank
• Assist with management of credit cards and Expensify, recording and reconciling transactions, and making credit card payments on time
• Maintain vendor W-9s; prepare 1099s at the end of each calendar year
• Provide supporting documentation for monthly financial review and maintain monthly reports as requested
• Assist Forth Finance Team and auditor as required

Qualifications

Required:

• A passion for Forth’s mission and values and a desire to deepen your understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion
• One year of experience in accounting, finance or related field
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and practices
• Demonstrated experience with accounting software or related systems
• Demonstrated self-motivation, ability to work independently and collaboratively, and attention to detail without losing a “big picture” perspective
• An ability to take the work seriously, without taking yourself too seriously
• Must be located in Portland, OR or willing to relocate
• This role is classified as Hybrid and has duties that require regular time at the office, approximately 1 time per week; other time may be remote from home office

Helpful:

• Previous experience in a nonprofit organization with a mission-driven staff and board
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field
• Lived experience working within traditionally underrepresented and underserved communities across racial and cultural lines
• Working knowledge of transportation, energy, or environmental issues

COMPENSATION

Starting salary range is $44,000-$51,500 annually, commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits include four weeks paid vacation annually, fully paid health, dental and vision insurance for the employee and all dependents and an employer retirement contribution after six months (no match required). We also provide access to electric vehicles for business use, a professional development budget, an Employee Assistance Program, and a flexible working schedule.

TO APPLY

To ensure full consideration, please apply by February 27th by submitting your resume and cover letter through our careers site. We will continue accepting applications after this date but cannot ensure all will be reviewed. All candidates will be notified once we have made a hiring decision.

Forth values a diverse workforce. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQI( ) community are strongly encouraged to apply. Forth believes an equitable and inclusive work environment and a diverse, empowered team are key to achieving our mission. We’re looking for candidates who can expand our culture, challenge business as usual, and bring their whole selves to work. We strive to provide those candidates with an equitable and accessible recruitment process. If we can offer accommodations for you in the recruitment process or you have feedback on how to make our recruitment more accessible, please contact Human Resources at jobs@forthmobility.org. 

Forth is now requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. If you join Forth’s team, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination to Human Resources within 30 days of hire. Forth will consider requests for exemptions from the vaccination requirement for medical and religious reasons.

Salary : $44,000 - $51,500