Finance Associate

Finance AssociateIf you are interested in working for a successful nonprofit organization to help conserve the multiple values of forestlands in Maine, then come join us The Forest Society of Maine (FSM) is a statewide land trust working with private landowners to conserve and maintain the many values of forestlands in Maine, including important natural areas such as lakes, rivers, and mountains. FSM seeks to maintain traditional forest uses through conservation easements: protecting environmental, cultural, and recreational values while sustaining the economic contributions of Maine's working forests.DescriptionThe Finance Associate reports directly to the Director of Finance and provides support to the Forest Society of Maine's financial management team. The Finance Associate will provide assistance with the organization's accounting and financial related needs. This position, consisting primarily of data entry and document scanning tasks, is part-time, offering no more than 20 hours per week.ResponsibilitiesPost cash receipts, manage all backup documentation and bank deposit receipts; file paper and electronic copies upon completionGenerate accounts receivable invoices as needed, forward as necessary for distributionProcess general journal entries; generate associated reportsObtain proper authorization and complete data entry of accounts payable invoices; file electronic and paper copiesProvide support with preparation of accounts payable check runsKeep W-9 vendor files updated, and annually prepare Forms 1099 and 1096, file paper and electronic copies, distribute appropriately to vendors and the IRSMaintain other aspects of financial database, plus other electronic and paper record-keeping systems as directed, includes periodic reconciliation of accounts receivable dataAssist with various additional tasks important to supporting FSM's overall financial operations as neededEducationMinimum of a high school diploma with work experience in accounting and bookkeeping, or relevant associate degreeDesired QualificationsDemonstrated experience in accounting database entry and Microsoft Office applications; QuickBooks experience a plusSkill with handling sensitive and confidential informationWorking knowledge of GAAP accounting practicesAbility to perform the job independently with proficiency, organization, and detailStrong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skillsFlexibility and resourcefulness working in a small office environmentEnthusiasm for the mission of the Forest Society of MaineSalary and BenefitsThis is a permanent, part-time position with benefits. Benefits package includes retirement, health insurance, paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time. The work will be based at the Forest Society of Maine's office in Bangor. The annual salary for this position is commensurate with experience and skills, and ranges between $20 to $27 per hour.To ApplyEmail cover letter and resume to: info@fsmaine.org with the subject line: FA Search CommitteeOR mail to:Forest Society of MaineAttn: FA Search Committee209 State St. 2nd FlBangor, ME 04401DeadlineMay 13, 2024recblid 35rhbv75td936x03siymhf10oo0yus#J-18808-Ljbffr

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