Accounting Associate

Position Summary:

The Accounting Associate will be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions related to vendor payments and member billing. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and experienced in using platforms such as QuickBooks Online and Bill.com. This individual will play a vital role in the day-to-day financial health of the synagogue and should be comfortable working in a high-volume, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Process vendor invoices and expense submissions using Bill.com
Manage accounts payable, including weekly check runs and ACH payments
Track and reconcile accounts receivable, including member billing and donations in ShulCloud.
Enter and categorize transactions accurately in QuickBooks
Reconcile credit card statements monthly
Maintain precise and up-to-date vendor and congregant account records
Support the preparation of monthly vendor and membership reports for leadership
Assist with the annual audit and budgeting process
Communicate with congregants regarding billing questions or payment issues with professionalism and discretion
Ensure financial compliance with internal policies and nonprofit best practices

Qualifications:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
Minimum 2–3 years of experience in AP/AR or general accounting
Proficiency in QuickBooks, Bill.com, and ShulCloud highly preferred
Excel and data management skills preferred
Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities
Professional demeanor with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
Familiarity with Jewish holidays and synagogue operations is a plus
This position requires high attention to detail.