Accounting Assistant - 32 Hours Per Week, Portland

Accounting Assistant – 32 hours per week
Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering underserved youth to build strong connections, develop life skills, and create brighter futures.
This team is deeply rooted in community impact, partnering with schools and local organizations to provide mentorship, social-emotional support, and culturally responsive programming.
If you're looking for meaningful work where your contributions directly support positive change and long-term outcomes for young people, this is an entry-level opportunity to be part of something truly impactful.
This role reports to the Director of Finance, offering exposure to a wide range of accounting functions including AR, AP, payroll, and month-end processes.
What You'll Do:
Support accounts receivable activities including invoice generation, payment application, account reconciliation, and follow-up on outstanding balances
Assist with accounts payable by reviewing invoices and expense reports for accuracy and proper coding, processing payments, and maintaining vendor records and W-9 documentation
Help manage daily cash receipts, including logging deposits, applying payments, and assisting with mail processing
Process bi-weekly payroll, audit timecards for accuracy, and coordinate employee updates (benefits, deductions, leave) with HR and third-party providers
Contribute to month-end and year-end close by assisting with reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit preparation
Maintain organized filing systems (both physical and electronic) and support record retention processes
Assist with budgeting efforts, including maintaining Excel-based tracking tools and reports
Partner with internal teams on grant billing and reporting, including monthly and quarterly government reimbursement requests
Support departmental trainings and collaborate on special projects and process improvements
Provide general accounting and administrative support as needed
What You Bring:
Accounting experience, or a combination of education and relevant internship experience - Associate's degree in Accounting or related field strongly preferred
Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and/or payroll processes
Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks experience is a plus) and proficiency in Excel
Familiar with supporting HR processes such as onboarding, pre-employment activities, and I-9 compliance (Paycom a plus)
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Solid organizational skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments
High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information
$***** - $***** per hour
Please email your resume for immediate consideration.
Tia McKeen, Senior Managing Director - Staffing
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