Full-Charge Bookkeeper

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) protects New England's environment for the benefit of all people. A non-profit, member-supported organization, CLF uses the law, science and the market to solve the region's most challenging environmental problems from climate change to ocean conservation to transportation.

Every day, CLF advocates stand up for New Englanders-in state houses, court houses and board rooms, regulatory hearings and community gatherings-to forge innovative paths to environmental progress and economic prosperity for all in our region. To that end, CLF works with communities of color, and also communities that are economically or otherwise disadvantaged, which often suffer disproportionately the impacts of environmental degradation. CLF is committed to representing New England's diversity in our staff, volunteers, boards and membership and creating a positive, inclusive workplace culture where all can thrive.

Founded in 1966, CLF is recognized nationwide for taking on complex issues, sticking with them and getting results that make New England a better place to live, visit and do business, including: cleaning up Boston Harbor, restoring New England's cod population, blocking oil and gas drilling on Georges Bank, preserving wilderness areas in Vermont and New Hampshire, reducing emissions from cars and trucks, laying the groundwork for widespread implementation of renewable energy, and winning some of the country's strongest protections for clean air and clean water. CLF is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts with offices in Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.

Position Overview:

The Conservation Law Foundation, in Boston, MA, is seeking a Full-Charge Bookkeeper.  

Responsibilities:  

• Prepare daily cash deposits and take to bank;
• Accounts Payable functions: processing and paying invoices, reconciling AP account;
• Communicate with vendors and CLF staff on a regular basis regarding vendor invoices;
• Prepare and mail of 1099 forms each January;
• Prepare biweekly payroll, including allocations and time tracking;
• Maintain finance department files: AP, contracts, W-9s, cash receipts, payroll, etc.;
• Prepare Journal Entries and other tasks associated with month-end & year-end close;
• Document ongoing efforts to improve systems and processes;
• Other tasks as assigned by the Staff Accountant or Director of Finance.

Required skills and experience:

• 3+ years working in a professional non-profit accounting department;
• Associates degree required or equivalent work-related experience;
• Extreme familiarity with chart of accounts, esp. expenses;
• Familiarity with non-profit Financial Statements;
• Intermediate level or higher with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications;
• Proficiency with computerized financial software (pref: Blackbaud's Financial Edge);
• General Ledger account reconciliation;
• Accuracy and attention to detail;
• High level of organization;
• Problem solving and analysis skills a plus; and
• Articulate in oral and written communication. 

Qualities of the successful candidate:

• Ability to work independently, while being part of a team;
• Organized in use of time and file maintenance;
• Ability to collaborate on joint projects;
• Comfortable giving and receiving feedback;
• Flexibility and initiative, ability to take on independent projects;
• Commitment to getting things done accurately and timely;
• Pride in work, respect for others, and openness to different viewpoints; and
• Commitment to CLF's mission. 

Compensation: CLF offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits plan, and an open and accepting work environment where differences are highly respected.

To Apply:

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