What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at Catholic Charities of Long Island?
Catholic Charities of Long Island models the love of Jesus by offering dignified and compassionate care to poor and vulnerable neighbors of every faith and background. In-person service at more than 50 sites throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties is inspired by the Gospel call affirming the sacredness of every human life.
CCLI is looking for a full time Bookkeeper with a generous heart and a desire to contribute to the well-being of others to carry out our mission on Long Island. By joining our team, you will share in the joy of providing “care with dignity and life with hope.”
Responsibilities:
- Enter vouchers into accounting system on a timely basis. Inspect vouchers for accuracy and include supportive documentation (bills, invoices, petty cash slips). Ensure invoices are signed.
- Prepare payment package for vendor, attaching all correct information.
- Process manual payments for vouchers that require it.
- Prepare and complete bank deposits several times per week.
- Prepare daily cash flow report showing changes in cash receipts, disbursements, and payroll accounts.
- Compile New York State gas sales tax returns.
- Compile Agency travel expense reimbursement sheets for payroll department to process.
- Prepare monthly claims including compiling payroll, fringe and other data.
Qualifications:
- HS diploma/GED;
- 1-2 years of relevant work experience including understanding of debits and credits;
- Excel competency including working with basic formulas. Experience with accounting software
- Strong communication, time management and organizational skills, with follow-up and recordkeeping;
- Ability to perform effectively in a multi-priority, deadline environment.
- Valid NYS Driver’s license with ability to travel to/from bank 2-3 times per week.
Schedule: 35 hours per week - 9AM – 5PM Monday – Friday
Rate of Pay: $25/hour
This rate of pay serves as a good faith estimate. Actual pay is based on a number of factors which may include a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and work location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation, such as the value of benefits, which may be applicable to this position.
Salary : $25
