Finance Associate

Job Title: Finance Associate

Location: Remote

Position Type: Full-Time, Eastern Standard Time Zone Workday

About Us:

Civix Strategy Group is a full-service consulting firm helping nonprofit clients to build and run high impact campaigns and initiatives to make the world a better place.

Job Summary: The Finance Associate will play a critical role in supporting our nonprofit clients, with a strong emphasis on accounts payable. This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to approach financial operations with a problem-solving mindset. The ideal candidate is comfortable working through complex payment and financial processes, identifying discrepancies, and helping improve day-to-day operations in a fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with all aspects of accounts payable, including payment approvals, invoice processing, and vendor management.
• Understand the relationship between accounts payable and regulatory requirements associated with federal and state finance laws
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve discrepancies
• Investigate discrepancies, identify the root cause, and work with internal teams to resolve them efficiently.
• Month end reconciliation of credit card statements
• Maintain accurate financial records and files in existing filing system and processes, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with project staff and vendors regarding invoicing requirements, payment status, and other questions or issues
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
• Assist with other tasks as identified by Bookkeeper and/or Director of Fiscal Services

Qualifications:

• Data entry and numerical accuracy
• Previous experience working on political campaigns or in a non-profit organization is highly desirable
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically, and identify practical solutions.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, bill.com) and Google Suite
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment

Salary: Ranges from $60,000 - $75,000 per year, depending on experience.

This position is eligible for an employee benefits package including employer matched 401k, paid time off, employer sponsored short term disability and group life insurance and a shared cost health and dental insurance program.