A​/P Finance Assistant

Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc.

Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc. (CIFC) seeks to hire a full-time A/P Finance Assistant to work in our Finance Department.

These positions are responsible for the following core functions and perform other tasks as needed:

• Accounts Payable processing (60%)
• Other (40%)

This position is expected to work on functions as per the most recent program allocation and is subject to revision as a result of organizational growth and change.

• Receive and route purchase requisitions and vouchers within a timely manner to Deputy Finance Director/Comptroller, CIFC Health Accounting Manager, CFO and assign purchase orders as needed.
• Log and return copies of approved purchase orders and requisitions to the appropriate program manager.
• Once required approvals are obtained and product/services have been rendered, process vouchers into the Blackbaud system. Keep Deputy Finance Director/Comptroller or CIFC Health Accounting Manager informed of all situations and problems that affect the smooth daily functioning of Accounts Payable.
• Prepare or make deposits at local banks.
• Place online orders as needed.
• Reconcile petty cash, credit card collections and vaccine inventories.

• Various Balance Sheet Reconciliations.
• Program specific finance analysis.
• Complete other tasks assigned by Deputy Finance Director/Comptroller, CIFC Health Management and the CFO in an accurate and timely manner.
• Cash collection and bank deposits from health center sites.
• Cash collection reconciliation.

• Uphold the shared values of the program and maintain Relias training.
• Cooperate with co-workers, providing assistance, information or other support as it is needed to ensure quality service to children and families and to build and maintain positive relationships.
• Actively participate in staff meetings, mandated training, committee meetings, and other program-wide functions as needed, including some evening activities.
• Recognize that your job description is service area specific and that a successful employee upholds the overall employment manual and specifically, but not limited to, confidentiality, child abuse reporting, attendance and dependability, appropriate dress, program resources, and promoting and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Demonstrate integrity and responsibility by always doing one's personal best, being honest and ethical, following through on commitments.
• Maintain a commitment to professionalism, continue own professional development and manage performance by taking responsibility for one's own performance, setting goals, eliciting feedback, tracking progress and addressing performance issues promptly.
• As requested, attend local, state and regional initiatives to represent the agency and to develop professionally.
• Exhibit flexibility by showing an openness to different and new ways of doing things, and changing strategy when an initial strategy is unsuccessful.
• Show initiative by identifying what needs to be done and doing it before being asked or before the situation requires it.
• Respect the time constraints of co-workers by showing up to meetings promptly, and giving advance notice if for any reason you are unable to carry out your responsibilities.

• AA in Accounting or related field, and two (2) years related experience, or BA in accounting or related field, and some related experience.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills highly preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of Excel software program.
• Thorough knowledge of general office practices, generally gained through at least one year’s part‑time equivalent office/administrative experience.
• Strong working knowledge of computers, the internet, Windows and Microsoft Office software.
• Accurate editing and keyboarding skills (45 words per minute).
• Ability to work in a professional manner both independently and with others in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to perform assigned duties in a safe and efficient…