What are the responsibilities and job description for the Non Profit Finance Associate position at Greater Sacramento Urban League?
About the Organization
The Greater Sacramento Urban League (GSUL) is a historic civil rights organization dedicated to empowering underserved communities through education, workforce development, housing, and health equity. Since 1968, GSUL has worked to advance economic self-reliance and social justice across the Sacramento region.
Position Summary
The Finance Associate is responsible for supporting core accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance functions within the Finance Department. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience in accounting processes, strong technical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
This position works closely with the Controller of Finance to ensure financial accuracy, timely processing of transactions, and adherence to organizational and grant compliance standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. General Accounting & Ledger Management
- Prepare and post journal entries, including payroll, accruals, and adjustments
- Maintain accuracy of the general ledger and supporting schedules
- Assist with monthly and year-end close processes
- Ensure proper coding of transactions in alignment with funding sources
2. Accounts Payable & Expense Management
- Review, code, and process invoices and payment requests
- Monitor and reconcile employee expense reports
- Support timely check runs and electronic payment processing
- Ensure expenses align with departmental and grant budgets
3. Reconciliation & Financial Accuracy
- Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts
- Identify and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
- Maintain audit-ready documentation
4. Grants & Fund Accounting
- Track and monitor grant expenditures for compliance
- Assist with financial reporting for grant-funded programs
- Support allocation of shared costs across funding sources
- Maintain documentation for audits and grant reviews
5. Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare internal financial reports and budget-to-actual analyses
- Compile financial data to support leadership decision-making
- Generate reports using accounting systems and Excel
6. Systems & Process Improvement
- Utilize accounting systems such as Blackbaud Financial Edge, QuickBooks, Paycom, or similar platforms
- Maintain organized financial records and documentation
- Identify and recommend process improvements
- Support cross-functional finance-related requests
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 2–4 years of accounting or finance experience
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge or similar nonprofit accounting systems
- Experience in a nonprofit or grant-funded environment
- Familiarity with payroll systems such as Paycom
- Experience supporting audits and compliance processes
Why Join GSUL?
- Work in a mission-driven organization making a direct community impact
- Gain exposure to nonprofit finance and grant-funded operations
- Collaborative and purpose-driven team environment
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful organizational growth
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a resume through our careers page. Only applications submitted through the official posting will be considered.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Greater Sacramento Urban League is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.
Salary : $25 - $28