What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at St. Ann's Corner of Harm Reduction?
Since its inception in 1990, St. Ann’s Corner of Harm Reduction (SACHR) is the longest continuously operating syringe exchange program in the United States. We meet people who use drugs where they are—on the streets and in our center—offering practical, compassionate, and evidence-based harm reduction services. Our work is grounded in dignity, autonomy, and community care, providing a safe and affirming space for individuals seeking support for a moment or for the long term.
SACHR operates with an annual budget of approximately $5 million and is seeking a Bookkeeper to support its financial and administrative functions. Reporting directly to the Fiscal Director, the Bookkeeper plays a crucial role in helping to maintain the financial health of the organization by ensuring that financial data is accurate and readily available for decision-making.
This is a part-time, on-site position, schedule is flexible within 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Preparing invoices timely and accurately for reimbursement. Creating and sending invoices to funders and tracking receipts.
- Managing accounts payable by processing vendor invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
- Recording all financial transactions, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments, in the company's accounting software or ledger with guidance from the Fiscal Manager.
- Regularly reconciling bank and credit card statements with the company's financial records to ensure accuracy.
- Calculating and processing employee salaries, taxes, and benefits, and ensuring compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations.
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports, such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, for management and stakeholders.
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of budgets and financial forecasts to support organizational planning.
- Keeping all financial records, documents, and files organized and easily accessible for audits and reviews.
- Ensuring that all accounts are properly balanced and reconciled regularly to maintain financial accuracy.
- Coordinating with other team members, departments, vendors, and clients to gather necessary financial information and resolve any discrepancies.
- Assist with general administrative tasks related to finance and accounting including making copies of program documents, organizing packets, filing, etc., as needed.
- Represent SACHR on relevant workgroups, committees, and external meetings as needed.
- Participate in regular supervision, trainings, and staff meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum of 2 years of progressive financial management experience, preferably within a nonprofit or public-sector setting.
- Proficiency with financial management systems (e.g., Fund EZ) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with contracting and fiscal reporting requirements for funders such as NYCDOHMH, NYSDOH, NYCDYCD, PHS, DASNY, and similar entities.
- Notary Public licensure is a plus
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30