Accounting Coordinator

POSITION TITLE: ACCOUNTING COORDINATOR 

MISSION: To disrupt the cycle of homelessness and promote sustained independence for current and future generations. 

VISION: A compassionate community where everyone has a home and the opportunity to thrive. 

SUPPORTED BY: Finance Manager 

SALARY RANGE: $23.64-$28.49/hour, 40 hours/week, non-exempt 

Candidate offers consider experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
Entry salary typically in the first third of the range. 

BENEFITS PACKAGE: Paid time off for this position includes up to 4 weekly wellness hours, 19 days of PTO in the first year of employment (PTO includes sick time), and 12 paid holidays per year. Other benefits include agency-sponsored medical/dental insurance (current premium covered at rate of 100% for the employee), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), premium Calm meditation app subscription, and employer retirement plan contribution (current rate of 3%) after first year of employment. Lydia Place also provides a supportive, family-friendly work culture with flexible scheduling. 

POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounting Coordinator is an office-based position that provides support in accounting, data entry, and other duties to the Financial Manager in the processing and management of cash disbursements, cash receipts, donor tracking, payroll, financial recordkeeping, financial reporting, and clerical/support services.  Lydia Place has an operating budget in excess of $4,500,000 and a staff of an average of 45 individuals. 

 

LYDIA PLACE VALUES: 

COMMUNITY 

We believe strong healthy communities are the foundation to a better world. 

EQUITY 

We believe it is our responsibility to actively challenge systems of oppression. We recognize a majority of those experiencing homelessness have been marginalized. 

UPSTREAM IMPACT 

We believe that the best way to eliminate homelessness is to look beyond short-term solutions and focus on breaking the generational cycle of poverty. 

EMPLOYEE WELLNESS 

We value each other as humans first. We know that the best outcomes for our clients and our community are achieved when our team is healthy and thriving. 

 

TO APPLY: Email resume and detailed cover letter outlining your interest, qualifications, experience, or information that may not be encompassed in your resume such as lived experience that as it relates to this position, in attached .doc or .pdf format to HR & Operations Manager, Haley White at [email protected]. You may also submit hard copy materials via PO BOX 28487 Bellingham, WA 98228. Position open until filled.  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT: Lydia Place is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on the basis of race, sex/gender, religion/creed, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, national origin, genetic markers, military or veteran’s status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 

Real-world experience has value in the workplace. Individuals who identify with non-dominant groups, who have experienced poverty and had first-hand knowledge working with system resources, and who have relevant, lived experience equivalent to minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Demonstrated experience equivalent to Associates in Science degree in Accounting AND  
• Two years of experience directly applicable to the duties of this position (non-profit accounting experience preferred), OR any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual’s knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed below 
• Demonstrated experience, knowledge, and proficiency in using accounting software and Excel 
• Experience with Sage Intacct accounting software preferred 
• Experience working with diverse groups of people  
• Proficiency with word processing, Microsoft Office programs, and cloud-based internet software 
• Completion of background investigation that includes social security verification, professional reference checks, and a federal criminal background investigation.  
• Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle and proof of insurance required 
• Proficiency in Spanish, Russian, or Sign Language preferred 

Due to Washington State mandate, all Lydia Place employees and volunteers are required to have full COVID-19 vaccination and ability to furnish proof of such by first day of work for continued employment. Exceptions for individuals with a medical reason or bone fide religious belief will be reviewed and determined by Lydia Place Directors. 

 

REQUIRED CORE COMPETENCIES:
Anti-Oppressive Lens  

Must be able to adopt anti-oppression, anti-racist, and trauma-informed framework to navigate complex systems of racism, poverty, homelessness, violence against women and children and other systems of oppression. 

Effective Communication 

Must be able to read and interpret documents, write reports, correspond verbally and in writing with clarity, and must embody active listening skills. Must be able to ask for help when needed and offer help to others when appropriate as well as give and receive feedback. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions.    

Initiative 

Ability to assess and identify actions to address issues independently while knowing when to ask for appropriate support. 

Organization 

Effectively able to manage time and develop and carry out complex timelines and action plans.  Able to follow policies and procedures. 

Integrity  

Responsible, reliable, and accountable for actions in all settings. Open and honest about own strengths, limitations, and boundaries.  Able to maintain confidentiality and commitments. 

Emotional Intelligence 

Must have an awareness of own emotions and be able to manage them while also being able to understand and respond appropriately to the emotions of others. Effectively manage disagreements. Ability to manage frequent high stress situations. 

Open-mindedness  

Adept at holding space for opposing ideas and embrace diversity in all areas of the workplace. 

Courage 

Willingness to step outside of your comfort zone to address uncertainty, fear, discomfort, inequities. 

Curiosity  

Positive change and innovation requires that we ask questions. The why’s, why nots, and what-ifs are crucial to this work and we encourage and expect employees to ask questions. We look for curiosity about ourselves, our workplace, the people, and families we serve, and the larger community. 

Flexibility  

Able to adapt and pivot as situations arise that are unexpected and/or challenging. Embrace needed change and manage well when faced with ambiguity. 

Creativity  

Thinking outside the box, resourcefulness, trying new things, approaching things differently and moving beyond the status quo. 

Collaboration  

Embraces a team approach with colleagues, community partners, and can work both individually and part of a team when needed. Supports organizations goals and values. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assist with accounting functions and carry out fiscal operations, according to a fund-based, accrual accounting system conforming to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) 
• Process invoices for payment, including authorization, coding, data entry, and recordkeeping 
• Process credit card charges, including authorization, coding, data entry, and recordkeeping 
• Record donations and coordinate with Fundraising team to generate donation receipts 
• Assist with fundraising event financial tracking and recordkeeping 
• Coordinate with internal property manager to process rent payments and maintain rental records 
• Assist with bank deposits and recordkeeping 
• Assist with billing, monitoring, and reporting for contracts and grants 
• Assist with compilation of statistics and preparation of financial reports 
• Assist with evaluation and refinement of systems 
• Maintain financial file system organization and security 
• Coordinate appropriate and secure storage of financial archives 

ADMINISTRATIVE AND OTHER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Assist with maintaining donor database and preparing donor reports 
• Adhere to applicable standards and ‘statements of work’ pertaining to this position as required by agency contracts 
• Maintain client confidentiality at all times, except when compelled to share information by law or when client has signed a release of information 
• Support other teams (e.g., Community Engagement, Operations) as appropriate 
• Special projects and other duties as assigned 

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. While performing these job duties, the employee is regularly required to listen to others and provide verbal feedback. The employee is required to sit for extended periods of time. Employee also is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, or balance.