Mid-Hudson Library System

Financial Assistant – Full-time (35hrs /week)

Annual Salary: $45,500 – $50,000 commensurate with experience

Mid-Hudson Library System seeks an experienced and well-organized individual for the position of full time Financial Assistant to join our team.

Schedule is Mon-Fri 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Responsibilities:

Provides support and assistance to and acts in the absence of the Finance Manager through all stages of the accounting cycle, along with overall budget support.
Applies principles of accounting in compiling, preparing, and processing financial data.
Prepares and processes bi-weekly payroll.
Processes purchases and ensure that invoices are accurate for payment.
Provides support to MHLS staff, and Member Library staff.
Performs general office and other duties.
Prepare and examine accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports
Create new processes to improve financial efficiency

Qualifications:

· At a minimum, an Associate degree in accounting or related field

· At least two years of accounting experience

· At least two years’ experience in payroll processing

· Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

· Be able to work independently

· Be detailed oriented

· Working knowledge of accounting software and Excel Spreadsheets

· Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, and other complicated calculations

We offered the following benefits:

To apply: Please email your résumé and cover letter to jobs@midhudson.org by January 31.

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