Join our Team: Finance Clerk

About It Takes A Village Family of Schools (ITAV):

ITAV is a beacon for how to educate and love Black children. We provide a comprehensive, culturally responsive social justice education and life-empowering social services. At ITAV learning is fun and transformative, teaching is innovative, and knowledge is not bound by the walls of the classroom. Students, staff, and families are empowered to be civically engaged and make positive change by addressing local, national, and global issues.

Role:

The Finance Clerk will primarily be responsible for preparing and processing invoices for payment, maintaining the accounts payable records, and producing accounts payable reports for internal financial reporting and external contractual reporting agencies. Also, the Finance Clerk will support the CFO's various departmental projects and administrative requests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices.

• Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.

• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; and recording entries.

• Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities, verifying federal ID numbers, scheduling and preparing checks, and resolving purchase orders, contracts, invoices, or payment discrepancies and documentation.

• Ensures credit is received for outstanding memos.

• Issues stop-payments or purchase order amendments.

• Maintains accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions.

• Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.

• Maintains historical records by archiving and filing documents.

• Disburse petty cash by recording entries and verifying documentation.

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

Location: ITAV Headquarters (2240 W. Ogden)

Position Type: Full-Time

Required Education and Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration or equivalent required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field a plus

• Previous accounts payable experience preferred

Who You Are

• A highly organized individual who is able to prioritize tasks effectively.

• An individual who pays meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

• Able to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.

• Able to identify and resolve financial discrepancies.

• Displays strong ethical standards and integrity.

• Excels at utilizing computer software and systems effectively.

• A team player who can work collaboratively with team members.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Become a vital part of our financial team, directly contributing to the smooth operation of our organization's financial processes.

• Growth: As a finance processing clerk, you'll have the opportunity to expand your skills and knowledge in finance, accounting, and data management.

• Community: Work alongside a dedicated team of finance professionals who are passionate about what they do.

• Innovation: Contribute to the evolution of our financial processes with your fresh perspective and problem-solving skills.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're driven to create positive change and play a crucial role in supporting the financial operations of ITAV, we encourage you to apply and be an essential part of our transformative journey. To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter, detailing how your background skills, and passions align with our mission and this role.

Compensation and Benefits Package:

• Competitive, transparent payscale aligned with local public schools

• 80% employer contribution of medical benefits

• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• 3% 401(k) company match

• Up to $10,000 in annual tuition assistance

• Targeted, ongoing professional development

• Opportunities for leadership, growth, and meaningful impact