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Dorcas International Institute of RI Accounting Specialist in Providence, Rhode Island
Accounting Specialist - Are you looking to contribute your accounting skills to a great cause. If so, we are looking for you.
With an ever passionate and dedicated team of diverse professionals, Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island strives to create a welcoming environment for all, working to empower the most vulnerable. For more than 100 years, we have worked to meet our clients where they are by providing wraparound services to help those seeking to overcome educational, cultural, economic, and language barriers. A non-profit 501(c)(3), Dorcas International offers adult education, language learning, job training, employment services, citizenship and immigration services, refugee resettlement, clothing and household needs, and more.
The Accounting Specialist is responsible for performing various accounting, bookkeeping, and financial duties related to fiscal services. This includes keeping financial data updated on a daily basis; processing expense vouchers and receipts; purchasing; processing client related expenses; posting entries; processing payroll, A/P and/or A/R invoicing; managing the processing of vendor payments; and maintaining related systems and vendor relationships.
The candidate should have the following: Ability to work independently and self-manage daily tasks and time requirements Excellent math skills with ability to calculate figures Ability to prioritize and complete work on an established schedule Ability to use office equipment such as fax machines, copiers and printers Strong attention to detail with accuracy and completeness while working with detailed information and data Experience with computer software programs and/or other digital applications Team player who can collaborate well with co-workers Minimum of Associates Degree or 2 years of non-profit bookkeeping experience Strong administrative and organizational skills Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and through correct written grammar Bilingual a plus
Why should you apply? Range of professional opportunities in a growing organization Generous employer-paid health and dental benefits Generous paid vacation, sick days, and personal leave in addition to 13 paid holidays 403b retirement plan with employer contribution and life insurance Full-Time 37.5 hrs. per week Hourly rate: $23.00
Dorcas International has mandated that its employees obtain a COVID-19 vaccine. Employees may obtain an exemption from Dorcas Internationals vaccine mandate by requesting a medical or religious accommodation from Human Resources.