Position Description: The Finance Assistant supports the financial operations of Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity by assisting with accounting processes, donor financial records, and financial reporting. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate transaction records, supporting accounts receivable and payable, ensuring donor gift integrity, and helping manage financial compliance related to grants and contributions. The Finance Assistant must be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working collaboratively in a nonprofit setting.
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Essential Job Skills:
- Assisting with maintenance of chart of accounts and proper accounting records.
- Record and update daily financial transactions with accuracy.
- Support the management of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and expense tracking.
- Review and process invoices, as well as handle reimbursements in compliance with policies.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of donor records and gifts entered into NetSuite, including online gifts, mobile donations pledges, and payments.
- Collaborate with the Development Director and Finance Administrator to maintain and improve policies and procedures related to gift processing, donor records, and acknowledgement letters.
- Ensure timely and accurate acknowledgement of all donations in accordance with organizational standards.
- Manage the pledge reminder schedule, including generating and distributing pledge reminder correspondence in alignment with donor preferences.
Qualifications and Required Knowledge/Skills:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field preferred; or relevant experience. Students actively pursuing a degree in these areas are encouraged to apply.
- Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles is helpful but not required.
- Strong time management skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to make effective decisions and proactively solve problems independently.
- Professional, friendly, and approachable demeanor with excellent communication skills.
- Proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), and a familiarity with accounting or donor management software.
- Ability to work collaboratively with individuals across departments.
- Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity.
- Must successfully pass a criminal background check and sex offender registry screening.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter, including salary expectations, to the Finance and Operations Administrator, Andrew Peters, at apeters@webuildhabitat.org. Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity promotes a culture of inclusion and seeks talented staff from diverse backgrounds. Iowa Heartland Habitat does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected factor.