Bookkeeper

Violence Intervention Program

Bookkeeper managing finances for the Violence Intervention Program, a culturally specific organization addressing violence in Latine communities. Responsible for bookkeeping, audits, and budget preparation.

Posted 7/5/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $30 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain complete general ledger for all financial transactions of the organization;
Balance books for the preparation of reports to show income, expenses and other items relating to bookkeeping of the organization;
Track organization’s accounts payable and accounts receivable;
Enter and maintain cash receipts, disbursement journal and general ledger;
Prepare bank reconciliation for all bank accounts;
Assist the Fiscal Director in preparation of the annual financial audits;
Assist the Fiscal Director in preparing the annual budget for the organization;
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Comptroller, Fiscal Director or Executive Director.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors’ degree in accounting/finance or comparable experience in accounting and budgeting.
Bilingual a plus (English/Spanish).
Working knowledge of fund accounting software (e.g. Fund EZ), Bill.com and a high degree of spreadsheet application proficiency are strongly preferred.
Strong verbal, written, communication and documenting skills.
Must be well organized, assertive, work independently and collectively, while maintaining a flexible work schedule.
Must have a strong commitment to working in diverse setting and to supporting delivery of culturally sensitive services.
Strong collaborative skills and approach to leadership that promotes staff growth and creativity.
Ability to operate office equipment such as computers, copy & fax machine, phone system, etc., with strong internet and software skills; incl. Microsoft Office and donor database.
Ability to lift at least (30 lbs.) and travel via public transportation (bus, train, etc.).
Must ensure agency, program and client confidentiality at all times.

Benefits

Comp & perks

VIP covers 90% of medical insurance premium costs for employees and their families.
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts available.
Unlimited Paid Time Off program, 12 paid holidays, a mid-year and end-of-year office closure.
Summer Friday schedule (optional).
Commuter benefits (Mass Transit & Parking).
403b retirement plan.
Employee Assistance Program.
Disability & Life Insurance.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Accounts PayableAccounts ReceivableBank ReconciliationCash Receipts ManagementDisbursement Journal ManagementFinancial Audits AssistanceSpreadsheet ProficiencyBudgetingFund AccountingFinancial Documentation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaborative LeadershipFlexibilityCommitment to Diversity