Job Description

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY

The Conservation Corps of Long Beach (CCLB) is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that has helped at-risk young adults develop themselves since 1987. To date, more than 10,000 young people have participated in CCLB classes and service projects, learning new skills while contributing to the quality of life for residents of the greater Long Beach area.

MISSION The primary mission of the Conservation Corps of Long Beach is to develop at-risk youth to reach their full potential through work, service, conservation, and education.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Accounting Manager and Payroll Manager, the AR/AP Specialist is responsible for a number of functions in the accounting department including data entry and ensuring payments and receivables are current.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accounts receivable functions, not limited to posting financial transactions and processing billing.
• Accounts payable functions, not limited to batching invoices, check runs, and keying in job costing sheets for payroll.
• Effective use of bookkeeping databases, spreadsheets, and financial software.
• Supporting the production of various financial reports.
• General administrative duties such as data entry, filing, etc.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years' experience in AR/AP or other accounting functions.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong technology skills, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, computational, and mathematical abilities.
• High level of integrity, trustworthiness, and professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Represent the organization well in all settings

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A. or B.S. in a related field from accredited college or university.
• Prior accounting experience with public or non-profit agencies
• Experience with Sage accounting platform and iSolved payroll platform
• Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures)

OTHER DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

• This position may often work remotely and thus requires the ability to work both collaboratively and independently at a distance with a high level of accountability, including timeliness on deliverables
• Adhere to all CCLB policies and procedures.
• Support the CCLB Mission and Vision and model our Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Please note that this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and/or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time and without notice.

AA/EEO STATEMENT

The Conservation Corps of Long Beach (CCLB) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The CCLB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The CCLB expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CCLB's employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.