Accounting Associate

The Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights invites applications forafull-timeAccounting Associateto be based remotely with preference to those located within commuting distance of one of our nine office locations(Chicago, Harlingen, Houston, San Antonio, New York, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Washington DC, or Grand Rapids, Michigan).The AccountingAssociate's role involves reviewing and processing invoices for payment, ensuringaccurategeneral ledgercoding, administrative support for accounting andadministration, andusing Bill.com for tracking. Responsibilities include setting up andmaintainingvendor accounts, collecting W-9 forms, and ensuring 1099 compliance. The position prepares payment batches, handles vendor inquiries, processes employee expense reports, and ensurestimelypayments. The employee willmaintainorganizedaccountspayable records, monitor aging reports, andassistwith cash flow forecasting and audits. Additionally,they willsupport the Senior Accounting Manager,identifyprocess improvements, and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.

ABOUT THE YOUNG CENTER

The Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights is a national organization dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights and best interests, safety, and well-being of immigrant children in the United States. We centerchildren's voices, celebrate theirstrengths, and recognize their fundamentalneedto be with family and in community, not detention.

For more than 20 years, the Young Center hasaccompaniedand advocated for over10,000 childrenfrom more than 70 countries worldwide. We are the only organization that takes an integrated approach to protecting and advancing the rights of children, in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child and state and federal law, through direct services, stakeholder support across child welfare systems, systems and narrative change, and litigation. Further, we fight tirelessly to bring greater equity to the child welfare system, demanding accountability from systems and people in positions of power, so children in immigrant families who face court cases remain safe, free, and with families in communities where they are supported.

The Young Center has offices in Houston, San Antonio, and Harlingen, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; New York, New York; Washington, D.C.; Phoenix, Arizona; Los Angeles, California; and Grand Rapids, Michigan. We also serve children through our programs in New Jersey. To learn more about the Young Center, visitwww.theyoungcenter.org.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Payable Administration

• Process vendor invoices, check requests, and payments inan accurateandtimelymanner
• Maintain Accounts Payable records and supporting documentationin accordance withorganizational policies and procedures
• Review invoices forappropriate approvals, coding, and supporting documentation
• Prepare and review A/P aging reports and proactively follow up on outstanding items
• Monitor and address expired billing, outstanding invoices, and vendor discrepancies
• Communicate with vendors and staffregardingpayment status, invoice issues, and documentation needs
• Assistwith monthly and year-end closing processes related to Accounts Payable
• Support audit preparation bymaintainingorganized and complete financial documentation

Accounting and Administrative Support

• Process employee reimbursements and ensure compliance with organizational reimbursement policies
• Assist with Accounts Receivable invoicing and tracking of incoming payments
• Prepare rental invoices andmaintainrelated records
• Track andmaintaintax exemption documentation and vendor compliance records
• Assistwith onboarding administrative processes fornew staff, including coordination of forms and internal setup requests
• Maintain organized accounting and finance files, records, and electronic documentation
• Support finance-related reporting and data entry as assigned
• Coordinate with Finance, HR, and Operations staff to ensure smooth administrative and financial processes
• Identifyopportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of accounting and administrative procedures
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experienceinaccounts payable, accounting support, bookkeeping, ora relatedfield.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multipleprioritiesand deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly andprofessionally, bothorallyand in writing.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Excel, including the ability to use advanced functions, create financial reports, andmaintainaccuratedata.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial transactions.
• Experience with general ledger coding and establishedaccountspayable practices.
• Effective communication and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Previousexperience in finance or accountingrole, ideally within accounts payable.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience with Bill.com for managing invoice processing and payment workflows.
• Experience handling confidential financial and employee information with discretion
• Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered
• Experience-lived, volunteer, or professional-with immigration matters

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands include regular attendance,keyboarding,sitting forlong periods(at least 5 hours a day),driving. Ability to usecomputer,telephone, and copymachine. Ability to travel by plane,carand other conveyances within U.S. Occasional lifting for event setup/preparation.

APPLICATION DETAILS

The Young Center is an "at-will" and equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in and affirmatively factors diversity into its hiring practices. Young Center encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, marital or parental status, pregnancy, citizenship, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, or veterans' status. Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants mayparticipatein the application process; no applicantwill be penalized for requesting an accommodation. Please advise inwriting ofspecial needs at the time of application.

$26.91to $29.93is the standard new hire range for this position ($29.60-$32.93for thoseresidingin the Los Angeles and DC metropolitan areas; $30.94-$34.42for thoseresidingin the NYC metropolitan area).Actual wage will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location and experience. The Young Center does not ask for prior pay history from ourcandidatesand our offer-making process is negotiation-free for salaries and benefits. We offer our bestpossible salarybased on relevant experience. The range listed is just onecomponentof the Young Center's total compensation package for employees.The Young Center provides excellent benefits, including health/dental/vision insurance (employee & dependents) at no cost to the employee, paid vacation, sick time, and a 401(k) plan with employer match.

A criminal backgroundand creditcheck will be conducted.

Review of candidates will beginimmediatelyand continue until the position is filled. Please apply on the Young Center website with a cover letter,resume,and three references.Only complete applications will be considered.

To learn more about the Young Center's work, please visitwww.TheYoungCenter.org.