Job Details

Agency Description

Instituto Familiar de la Raza, Inc. is a multi‑service community health & social service agency that serves the Chicano/Latino/Indigenous community in San Francisco, with a special focus on the diverse needs of the Mission District. Services include mental health, HIV‑related services, social services, health promotion, education, prevention, early intervention, case management, clinical, psychological, and psychiatric intervention, as well as cultural/social and spiritual re‑enforcement. The agency serves children, youth, adults & families; it collaborates with other agencies to meet the diverse needs of the Chicano/Latino/Indigenous communities and other cultural/racial communities in the Bay Area.

Job / Program Description

Under the direction of the Fiscal Director, the Accounting Assistant provides administrative support across a variety of accounting transactions such as invoices, billings, accounts payable and expenses in accordance with department procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining accounting files, verifying data, entering data into computerized accounting systems, researching queries, generating reports, and performing related clerical duties in support of accounts payable and receivable.

Essential Job Duties

• Support AP and AR, including obtaining approval of vendor invoices, coding, data entry, and processing payments in SAGE 100.
• Process employee expense reports and reconcile advance payments with staff.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliation and reporting.
• Maintain bank balances in Excel.
• Maintain all files and records in an organized manner following policies and procedures.
• Prepare audit files; provide support and gather necessary account information and documents for external auditors and reviews.
• Provide support to the Sr. Accountant, Payroll Specialist, and the Fiscal Director as needed.

Required Skills

• Attention to detail and organized.
• Fast keyboard typing.
• Knowledge of payroll, accounts payable, generally accepted accounting principles, and cash management.
• Experience with A/P, A/R, and bank reconciliation.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and keep filing and work product up‑to‑date.
• Solid accounting background; knowledge of SAGE 100.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication, strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, research, problem‑solving, and evaluative thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others.

Preferred Skills

• Bi‑multicultural competency.
• Experience in a non‑profit community agency and knowledge of community resources in the San Francisco Bay Area.
• Ability to work in a crisis, fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Education, Certification, and Licenses

• AA Degree in Accounting, Finance, General Business, or equivalent.
• One to three years of general accounting experience in administrative accounting support, reporting, and reconciliation.

Conditions of Continued Employment

• Must pass and maintain annual Tuberculosis Test (TB).
• Must pass Department of Justice Fingerprint screening.

Compensation and Benefits

Full‑time exempt position (35 hours/week). Annual hourly salary: $32.00 – $35.00, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and education.

Eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 403(b) plans; paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, two wellness days (birthday and hire date); and ongoing learning opportunities.

Physical Demands

• Good general health, physical stamina, and emotional stability.
• Ability to hear within normal range and communicate effectively with diverse populations.
• Capacity to sit at a keyboard for long periods and perform word processing with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to respond to emergencies or potentially dangerous situations, including quick movement within the building.
• Travel to various off‑site venues may be required; ability to use public or private transportation.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Occasional lifting up to 35 lbs.

To Apply

Send an email containing an up‑to‑date resume and a cover letter explaining why you would be an excellent fit for this position and your interest in our mission to [email protected] Include “Staff Accountant” in the subject line.

Only complete applications will be considered – a resume without a cover letter will not be considered.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Instituto Familiar de la Raza, Inc. (IFR) is an Equal Opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

For the complete nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the Civil Rights Department State of California's Discrimination, Harassment, and affirmative action policy.

IFR reserves the right to change its benefits and contributions at any time at its sole discretion.