Accounting Clerk

Are you interested in work that makes a difference in the lives of others? At Way Finders, we light pathways and open doors to homes and communities where people thrive. The largest nonprofit housing provider in Western Massachusetts, Way Finders also specializes in housing counseling, financial and first-time homebuyer education, employment training, neighborhood revitalization, and a variety of other services throughout the region. The need for Way Finders’ programs and services is great and continues to grow each year. Whether a person is experiencing a housing crisis, in need of rental assistance, or ready to purchase a first home, our Housing Centers provide a welcoming, accessible space for counseling, assistance, training and placement, and ongoing support. During our last fiscal year, Way Finders services impacted 52,000 men, women, and children in the region. Stable housing is the platform upon which we work with our clients to help them to meet their own goals and to thrive. As families thrive, so do the communities in which they live.

Way Finders is a mission-oriented, nonprofit organization offering a fast-paced, professional work environment focused on achievement. We employ individuals with a strong commitment to excellence, a collaborative nature and the desire to make a difference. Way Finders currently has an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Clerk. The Accounting Clerk will be responsible for providing accounting support to the Controller and the Way Finders Fiscal Department.

Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare and post rental property journal entries and other activity into the general ledger in a timely manner 
• Ensure General Ledger is in balance with Yardi Voyager (or other applicable database) subsidiary records 
• Perform monthly and year-end closings in a timely manner 
• Act as primary back up for Way Finders check requests 
• Crosstrain with and provide accounting efforts as needed to supplement and support the efforts of others 
• Collaborate with rental property invoice input procedures & prepare and issue payments for invoices input into the general ledger 
• Assist other departmental staff in accomplishing departmental goals 
• Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal staff and other departments to achieve goals 
• Proactively inform Controller of any issues which may adversely affect the department and agency
• Performs other tasks as needed  

Requirements Include:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in related position, preferably in a non-profit setting
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and others as required
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent communications skills and transactional-level detail
• Ability to prioritize and meet tight timelines & flourish in a team-focused environment
• Working knowledge of automated accounting systems, database management, & administration and the ability to generate general reports

Wage between $16.21 – $22.69

Way Finders is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks a diverse staff in order to reflect our community and those we serve. Qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is available to all without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation or veteran status. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals.