Futures Without Violence is a national non-profit social change organization that works to end violence against women and children here in the United States and around the world. We are a team of educators, strategists, fundraisers, trainers and grassroots organizers who develop programs that change social norms, advance policy, and mobilize people to prevent and one day end violence in our homes, communities and nations. Our headquarters is located in a state of the art training center in San Francisco’s Presidio with offices in Washington, D.C. and Boston.

Position Summary:

The Finance department is responsible for recording and maintaining documentation to support the organization’s financial transactions as well as the implementation and maintenance of an effective control environment to safeguard the organization’s assets.

The Accounts Payable Accountant operates under the direct supervision of the Controller and in close cooperation with program staff. The primary role of the incumbent is the processing of accounts payable in compliance with agency policies and procedures and various accounting related duties including account reconciliations and analyses as prescribed by the Controller.

The functions of the AP Accountant include:

Process weekly AP invoices; ensure proper payment authorization and supporting document are obtained
Process cash receipt posting to GL
Work closely with finance and procurement teams to ensure accurate GL coding and proper proof of receipts. Reconcile AP with vendor AR statement to ensure the proper AP records
Set up, maintenance and reconciliation of Purchase Orders, including listing and communication of contract status and outstanding balances to Budget Managers
Communicate in a professional manner with vendors or program staff regarding invoice status and payment matters; performing necessary research and resolution of disputed items
Responsible for online Expense Report review and monitor data transfers to accounting system.
Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
Responsible for accurate and timely execution of monthly AP close.
Perform reconciliations of prepaid expenses. Process monthly allocations for postage, telecommunications and other expenses as prescribed by the Accounting Manager and the Controller.
Assist the year-end close and provide supporting documents and schedules for annual audit and tax return
Assist with the annual 1099 filing process

Perform other duties and special projects as required by management

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance desired
A minimum of 2 years of accounting experience desired
High level of accuracy is required
Excellent communication skills are required along with the ability to analyze data and problem solve
Must have strong organizational skills, be able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines efficiently
Must demonstrate personal initiative as well as the ability to work well in a team
Excellent command of contemporary office applications including databases, and Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Outlook, Excel and Word)
Working knowledge of accounting software (e.g. Blackbaud) and nonprofit experience desirable

full job description also at www.futureswithoutviolence.org

Futures Without Violence is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all

employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability or medical condition, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

How to apply

To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to:

Patrice Cochran

Futures Without Violence

100 Montgomery Street, The Presidio

San Francisco, CA 94129

Or email to: pcochran@futureswithoutviolence.org