Job Description
Accounting Specialist
Finance
(Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position)
Inner City Law Center (ICLC) is a nonprofit law firm located in the Skid Row neighborhood of Los Angeles. We are looking for extraordinary people to help us end homelessness in Los Angeles. Founded on the fundamental principle that every person should always be treated with dignity and respect, ICLC fights for justice for low-income tenants, working-poor families, people who are disabled or experiencing homelessness, people living with HIV/AIDS, and homeless veterans.
Position Description: ICLC seeks an Accounting Specialist for an exciting entry-level opportunity to build a career within nonprofit accounting. Reporting to the CFO, the Accounting Specialist fills a vital role in the daily operations of the finance team. The successful candidate will be a motivated and self-starter who is excited to learn the functions of a nonprofit finance team. For this entry-level position, an aptitude for quantitative analysis is more important than an understanding of accounting principles.
Responsibilities:
- Being present in-office 4-5 days per week
- Manage and maintain in-office procedures: ownership of in-office procedures, including verification processes, check distribution, etc.
- Manage accounts payable: data entry, system ownership, staff follow up, vendor follow up, W9 collection
- Manage company credit cards: card limits, data entry, system ownership (Emburse), staff follow up
- Payroll processing: Provide support as needed
- Staff training: connect with new staff to provide training on finance systems and processes
- Correspondence: manage finance team mail, process checks via log
- Assist with the annual independent audit and program audits
- Perform other duties as assigned
Hiring Criteria: Commitment to ICLC’s mission and values. Committed to equity, diversity, and racial justice. Bachelor’s degree. Familiar and comfortable with Microsoft Excel. Organized and detail-oriented. Able to assume responsibility quickly and independently in a rapidly growing organization. Ability to use good judgment, multi-task, and meet deadlines. In‐depth experience with spreadsheets, QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Sage is a plus. Organized, detail oriented, and able to assume responsibility quickly and independently in a rapidly growing organization. Integrity and ethics that are beyond reproach. Must have access to reliable transportation
Compensation: Hourly compensation ranges from $27.00-$38.00. Excellent benefits.
How to Apply: Cover letters and resumes are reviewed upon receipt and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the position directly to our website at www.innercitylaw.org/apply. Applications will not be considered if both resume and cover letter are not provided.
Inner City Law Center is committed to having a diverse staff and an equitable and inclusive workplace. To read our full DEI Statement, please click here.
ICLC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, disability, marital status, or medical condition. All qualified applicants with criminal histories shall be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
To keep our staff and clients safe, ICLC requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and undergo TB testing upon hire.