Accounting Assistant

Role Description

Provide accounts payable support to the Accounting Department. This is a part time position for approximately 20-25 hours per week.

Major Responsibilities

• Review and input accounts payable invoices with precise cost allocations.
• Process weekly check runs.
• Maintain and update cash disbursement spreadsheets accurately.
• Organize and file receipts and reports systematically.
• Process vouchers meticulously, ensuring completeness and accuracy, while tracking and following up on required documentation.
• Communicate with colleagues and external partners.
• Assist in maintaining payroll records, including updating paid-time-off records.
• Perform additional administrative tasks as needed within the finance and human resources departments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Associate’s degree with a minimum of two years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous accounts payable experience is essential.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with QuickBooks Online preferred.
• Preference for candidates with non-profit experience.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational capabilities.
• Demonstrated reliability and conscientious work habits.
• Willingness to take initiative and accept responsibility for assigned tasks.
• Demonstrates commitment to RochesterWorks’ vision, integrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility into daily operations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit or stand as required.
• Occasional walking on a level surface throughout the day.
• Ability to reach above shoulder heights, below the waist, and lift up to 10 pounds for filing documents or storing materials.
• Adherence to proper lifting techniques is necessary.
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

How to Apply

Email cover letter and resume to jfrenz@rochesterworks.org and include the job title in the subject line of the email.

RochesterWorks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Paid sick time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Rochester, NY 14607: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person