Description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

EDMO is a thriving educational nonprofit that has been inspiring and empowering young minds since 2004. With a dedicated team of 30+ passionate full-time professionals and 400+ summer and school year staff, we have grown into a leading provider of out-of-school program providers.

Our award-winning summer camps and after-school programs have reached hundreds of thousands of children, making a significant impact in their lives. Over the years, EDMO has gained recognition for its innovative approach to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) education, as well as its commitment to making learning engaging and accessible to all.

EDMO's Growth Trajectory Has Been Impressive, With Expansion Into Multiple Regions And Over 200 Partnerships With School Districts In Northern California. Our Organization's Commitment To Quality Programming And Equitable Access Has Been Acknowledged Through Various Accolades, Including

Recipient of the 2020 NSLA Excellence in Summer Learning Award
Voted "Best of the Bay" for 15 consecutive years
Featured on CNN, ABC, TODAY, Common Sense Media, Wall Street Journal, NPR Forum, and more!

With a strong foundation and a clear vision for the future, EDMO continues to make a positive difference in the lives of children and communities. We envision a more connected world where all people feel confident on their journey toward self-discovery and cultivate a deep sense of responsibility.

Join our team and be part of an organization that is providing every child with the opportunity to cultivate curiosity, courage, and kindness!

Job Summary

The Finance Assistant will provide essential support to the finance department by handling daily financial tasks as needed. This role is critical in helping the finance team maintain smooth operations by providing support with transactional coding, allocation of expenses, and stepping in to help wherever and whenever needed. The ideal candidate will have an intermediate to advanced understanding of spreadsheet functions and manipulation, strong attention to detail and common sense. The ideal candidate will also be responsive to ad-hoc requests throughout the day with the core mission at heart.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare Financial Transactions for Accounting: Accurately process job costing allocations using defined procedures to ensure that contracts are billed correctly (direct shares, health bill allocations)
Reconcile Accounts: Reconcile balance sheet accounts as assigned (prepaid assets, prepaid expenses, credit cards, bank accounts)
Approve Transactions in the Spend Management System: With training on cost centers, review and sync transactions to the accounting system, ensuring that coding and substantiation are correct
Expense Tracking: Track departmental and contractual expenses, ensuring they align with approved budgets
Assist with Payroll Processes: Assist with pre and post process payroll tasks as needed; mail live checks as needed
General Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the finance department, including filing, documentation, and communication tasks; deposit checks as needed

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education: Associate’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a finance or accounting role, or a strong internship experience in a related field. Previous experience working directly with C-level executives, particularly in finance, is highly desirable.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks). Paylocity is a plus.
Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy in data entry and financial record-keeping.
Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Problem-Solving: Critical problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies and work towards solutions
Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and integrity.
Big Picture: Ability to assess the big picture, especially as the work can be in the minutia.

Edmo Offers

Workplace Culture and Environment:

An inclusive, supportive, and growth-oriented workplace.
A diverse workforce fostering a collaborative, people-oriented culture.

Employee Benefits

Health Benefits: Medical
Accrued sick days
After one year and 1000 hours of service, 401k with matching (immediate vesting when contributions begin).

Location Requirements:

This position will be hybrid to Northern California and will involve checking the EDMO post office box in Berkeley CA two times per week, sending out time sensitive mailings, and making check deposits at the bank in a timely manner.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
This position requires the ability to occasionally lift 25 pounds to a height of 3-4 feet

Compensation

This is a temporary full time, non-exempt position with the potential to transition into a regular role in the future. The salary range is $28-$34/hour and will be commensurate with experience and location.

EDMO is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. EDMO makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, business needs at the time, and organizational value fit.

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