Bookkeeper

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Bookkeeper to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring accuracy in billing, and supporting program financial operations. This role requires strong organizational skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.  Experience in nonprofit or program-based financial management is preferred. 

Purpose:

As a valued member of the Finance Team, you will work collaboratively toward our shared commitment to putting people first. In this role, you will support the management of all funds and expenditures that help sustain services provided by AIM. You will help ensure that financial records are accurate, transparent, and up to date, supporting timely reporting and review. Through your work, you will contribute directly to AIM’s mission of promoting accountability and supporting meaningful, person-centered services. 

Essential Functions:

· Review, coordinate, and process Accounts Payable transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and program guidelines.

· Ensure vendor billing and payments are completed accurately and timely.

· Maintain, reconcile, and review Accounts Receivable to support accurate financial reporting.

· Assist with fiscal oversight of program billing, ensuring accuracy and adherence to payer and program guidelines.

· Function as the financial liaison for assigned programs, working closely with program managers and other departments to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.

Requirements

Qualifications

· Associates degree or equivalent experience required, Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.

· Demonstrated knowledge of accounting procedures and systems.

· Effective time management and math skills.

· Strong organizational skills with a keen ability to prioritize and multi-task. Detail oriented.

· Edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively, and can read and interpret written information.

· Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

· Adherence to Agency policies including Attendance Policy.

· Valid NYS Drivers’ License, acceptable to Agency insurance standards preferred. Maintain valid insurance and provide insurance card if you use your own vehicle.

Physical/Cognitive Requirements:

· Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. 

· Ability to remain calm in stressful or demanding situations.

· Sitting and/or computer use/writing for extended periods of time.

· Ability to perform multiple tasks.

· Bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling as needed in the workplace. 

Responsible To: CFO, Director of Finance and Controller/designee