Assistant to the Finance Director
Job ID: RS128231717
Job Category: Accounting / Finance
Job Location: Harrisburg, PA
Pay Range: $32000.00 - $40000.00/YEAR
Job Type: Permanent
Job Title: Assistant to the Finance Director
Location: Hybrid (On-site training required; hybrid work available afterward)
Job Type: Part-time (20 hours/week)
Salary: $32,000 - $40,000 annually depending upon experience (for 20 hours/week)
Department: Finance
Location: Hybrid (On-site training required; hybrid work available afterward)
Job Type: Part-time (20 hours/week)
Salary: $32,000 - $40,000 annually depending upon experience (for 20 hours/week)
Department: Finance
Summary:
We are seeking a tech-savvy and detail-oriented Assistant to the Finance Director to support daily finance-related tasks and administrative responsibilities. This part-time role is ideal for someone familiar with basic accounting principles and comfortable using software and spreadsheets. After initial training, a flexible hybrid schedule is available. Join a mission-driven, collaborative nonprofit organization where your contributions support meaningful community impact. We offer a welcoming and supportive team environment, beautiful office space, and a healthy work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Organize and maintain financial files and documentation
- Prepare and edit grant and donation acknowledgment letters using Microsoft Word
- Match grant checks to appropriate letters; prepare for mailing (stuffing, labeling, postage)
- Assist in updating Excel spreadsheets (basic skills: copy/paste, sorting, tab management)
- Prepare and send quarterly fund statements to donors (print, stuff, mail)
- Enter data into Community Suites software (A/P vouchers, donation entries – training provided)
- Serve as a backup to the Finance Director as needed
Skills and Qualifications
- Comfortable with accounting terminology and principles
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (basic/intermediate level)
- Tech-savvy and comfortable learning new software (training provided for Community Suites)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and efficiency
- Professional communication and collaboration skills
Preferred Experience
- Prior experience in nonprofit, finance, or administrative support roles is a plus
- Familiarity with donation and grant tracking is helpful but not required
Benefits:
- Generous PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Friendly, supportive, team-oriented culture
- Training and mentorship provided
- Hybrid work model after successful completion of onboarding and training