Finance Associate

Finance Associate

If you are interested in working for a successful nonprofit organization to help conserve the multiple values of forestlands in Maine, then come join us! The Forest Society of Maine (FSM) is a statewide land trust working with private landowners to conserve and maintain the many values of forestlands in Maine, including important natural areas such as lakes, rivers, and mountains. FSM seeks to maintain traditional forest uses through conservation easements: protecting environmental, cultural, and recreational values while sustaining the economic contributions of Maine's working forests. Description The Finance Associate reports directly to the Director of Finance and provides support to the Forest Society of Maine's financial management team. The Finance Associate will provide assistance with the organization's accounting and financial related needs. This position, consisting primarily of data entry and document scanning tasks, is part-time, offering no more than 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities: ·Post cash receipts, manage all backup documentation and bank deposit receipts; file paper and electronic copies upon completion ·Generate accounts receivable invoices as needed, forward as necessary for distribution ·Process general journal entries; generate associated reports ·Obtain proper authorization and complete data entry of accounts payable invoices; file electronic and paper copies ·Provide support with preparation of accounts payable check runs ·Keep W-9 vendor files updated, and annually prepare Forms 1099 and 1096, file paper and electronic copies, distribute appropriately to vendors and the IRS ·Maintain other aspects of financial database, plus other electronic and paper record-keeping systems as directed, includes periodic reconciliation of accounts receivable data ·Assist with various additional tasks important to supporting FSM's overall financial operations as needed

Education: Minimum of a high school diploma with work experience in accounting and bookkeeping, or relevant associate degree

Desired Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in accounting database entry and Microsoft Office applications; QuickBooks experience a plus. Skill with handling sensitive and confidential information. Working knowledge of GAAP accounting practices. Ability to perform the job independently with proficiency, organization, and detail. Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Flexibility and resourcefulness working in a small office environment. Enthusiasm for the mission of the Forest Society of Maine

Salary and Benefits: This is a permanent, part-time position with benefits. Benefits package includes retirement, health insurance, paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time. The work will be based at the Forest Society of Maine's office in Bangor. The annual salary for this position is commensurate with experience and skills, and ranges between $20 to $27 per hour.