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Job Description Job Description Bookkeeper (Full-Time) Industry: Non-profit organization specializing in SBA 504 loans
Compensation: Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience plus a comprehensive benefits package (see below for details)
Location: Tallahassee, FL (in-office)
Summary of Qualifications:
2+ years of professional bookkeeping or accounting experience
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Associate's degree or coursework in accounting, bookkeeping, or a related field (preferred)
Proficiency with accounting software, preferably QuickBooks
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
About us: Florida First Capital Finance Corporation (FFCFC) is a self-sufficient non-profit organization with headquarters in Tallahassee, FL and other offices across Florida, Alabama and Georgia. When applying for a new job, we feel that it's important for you to know about the workplace culture. You can read about Our Story on our website. At FFCFC, our mission is to drive economic development and job creation by helping small business access capital through SBA, U.S. Treasury and state loan programs. We are especially proud of our goal of increasing lending assistance to underserved businesses and communities. FFCFC is a stable and growing non-profit organization, and we have a lot of pride in our achievements and in our mission. Our workplace is a smaller office environment, so you get to know everyone in the office (i.e. you won't just be a "number").
About this position: We are seeking a motivated Bookkeeper to join our team in Tallahassee, FL. In this role, you'll independently handle a variety of accounting functions, from classifying transactions and making deposits to keeping our financial records audit-ready. You'll also respond to public inquiries about our corporately administered loan programs.
We are specifically looking for someone who:
Has strong attention to detail and accuracy with numbers
Has excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet recurring deadlines
Communicates clearly and professionally when following up with employees and vendors
Can work independently and manage multiple tasks
Is looking for more than just a "job" and wants a stable career with a growing company
Wants to work for a company that has a higher purpose than simply making a profit
Lives in or near Tallahassee, FL
Essential Functions of the Bookkeeper:
Reviews and classifies daily transactions in QuickBooks
Ensures compliance with company credit card and expense reimbursement policies
Prepares and makes timely bank deposits
Organizes and maintains financial documents for audits
Assists in reviewing EFT entries for accuracy
Assists with other accounting and administrative duties, such as entering transactions and answering phones
Responds to public inquiries regarding corporately administered loan programs
Requirements
The ideal candidate is someone who:
Has 2+ years of professional bookkeeping or accounting experience
Has a high level of proficiency with accounting software (preferably QuickBooks)
Has earned a high school diploma or equivalent (required)
Has an associate's degree or coursework in accounting, bookkeeping, or a related field (preferred)
Is proficient with Microsoft Excel
Has professional communication skills and can maintain effective working relationships
Is available to work full-time, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, in our Tallahassee, FL office
Can pass a rigorous criminal background check
Benefits
Here at FFCFC, we understand that highly satisfied employees are key to a thriving business. This is why we offer:
A competitive annual salary based on experience and qualifications
A generous annual contribution to a simple IRA account based on the organization's financial performance
A workplace culture that supports collaboration, teamwork, training, and professional growth
A tight team environment where you get to know all of your colleagues (i.e. you're not just a number)
Health insurance through Capital Health Plan (Tallahassee) or Florida Blue (100% employer paid for the employee, partial or up to full coverage for family)
Dental insurance that is 100% employer-paid
Optional vision insurance
Life and long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid)
Voluntary flexible spending account (FSA)
12 vacation days and 10 sick days accrued each year
Seven (7) paid holidays each year
Occasional remote work can be discussed
If you think you'd be a good fit, we'd love to see you apply!
When applying, please upload your resume and a cover letter that includes contact information (email addresses or phone numbers) for three professional references. Note that all communication will be done via email, so be sure to check your inbox and spam folder regularly. You do not need to contact our office about the status of your application; if we are interested in having you proceed through our applicant vetting process, we will contact you by email.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are ADA compliant and an E-verify employer.
Worksite address
tallahassee, FL, 32303, US
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