JOB TITLE: Jr. Accounting Associate 

LOCATION: Dallas, TX (75215)

REPORTS TO: Accounting Associate

PAY RATE: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour commensurate with experience

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Beacon Hill is a non-profit organization, www.beaconhillprep.org, and we are looking for a Jr.  Accounting Associate to provide support to our team in managing day-to-day and financial activities. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational and communication skills, be detail-oriented, and have a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities: 

• Oversee and manage the monthly rotational assignment of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Auditing, Inventory, Budgeting and Corporate Reporting Functions
• Oversee and manage the yearly Audit and Tax Return process
• Review and reconcile all data input within the QuickBooks accounting system
• Oversee and manage the monthly reporting process of financial and in-kind donations
• Collaborate with the Funds Development department to ensure all financial and in-kind donations are accounted for and donation receipts and acknowledgements are sent out immediately
• Set up and maintain the Active Networks system
• Ensure that all payments, discounts and scholarships are processed and properly applied within the Active Networks system
• Analyze and reconcile the campus attendance reports needed for billing and reporting purposes
• Manage and train all accounting interns, volunteers and the accounting associate to ensure the accounting department functions in an efficient manner
• Use online tools to optimize the accounting department including but not limited to QuickBooks, Active Networks and Microsoft Packages
• Manage and Maintain the Corporate Minority / Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) Corporate program.
• Other Junior level Accounting duties as assigned.

Education and Qualifications:

•    Bachelor degree, Associate Degree in Accounting or Finance or enrolled in an undergraduate working on a degree in Accounting or Finance
•    At least 2 years of experience in accounting or operations support.
•    Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
•    Excellent organizational and communication skills.
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
•    Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
•    Familiarity with accounting software, such as QuickBooks or Xero, is a plus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants regardless of color, race, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, actual or presumed belonging to an ethnic group, or any other legally protected status will be considered. We strive to achieve a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Physical demands of the position may include standing, walking, sitting and occasionally reaching outward and above the shoulder. May be required to lift/carry objects up to 50 pounds.

Interested Candidates: Please send your cover letter and resume describing your interest in this position and the unique skills and passion that you would bring. 

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