Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

About Mass Audubon

Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds, Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today : the loss of biodiversity, inequitable access to nature, and climate change.

With the help of our 160,000 members and supporters, we protect wildlife, conserve and restore resilient land, advocate for impactful environmental policies, offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children, and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries.

Explore, find inspiration, and take action at massaudubon.org.

About This Position

The Accounts Payable Clerk provides bookkeeping support in the Financial Operations Department. It is located at Mass Audubon Headquarters in Lincoln and is not a remote position.

Application Instructions

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your ADP application.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Maintain relationships with vendors and work closely with staff to ensure timely payments
• Prepare and input accounts payable in Financial Edge NXT along with automated payment software
• Review and edit transactions, as needed, prior to running checks and appropriate reports
• Prepare mailings and file all payment documentation in the vendor files

Filing and records management

• Help transition the office to a digital record keeping system
• Scan and organize documents on the cloud network

Other Duties as Assigned

• Prepare checks for electronic E-Z deposit and cash deposits for bank deposit
• Support Accounting Assistant with Cash Receipts processing and General ledger entries
• Assist Financial Operations Manager and Senior Accountant with special projects as needed
• Review and respond to Business Office requests from outside parties
• Provide excellent customer service to Mass Audubon employees and the public sector

Qualifications

At Mass Audubon, our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description.

We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or you have a less traditional background.

We are looking for applicants with the following qualifications :

Must Haves

• High School degree or equivalent with solid math skills
• Previous office experience
• Excellent computer experience with Microsoft Office and strong Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail, communication and customer service skills
• Ability to relate to a diverse group of people, exercising cultural competence and inclusion
• Valid driver’s license required and willingness to travel

Nice to Haves

• Associates Degree in Accounting or Business
• Experience with Financial Edge NXT
• Experience with an automated pay system

Compensation, Benefits and Perks

This position’s pay range is $23.00-$26.00 per hour; actual salary will reflect level of experience and qualifications relative to position requirements.

Benefits eligible staff at Mass Audubon may elect to enroll in medical, dental, and vision plans. Mass Audubon also offers disability and life insurance plans, a retirement plan through MetLife, and Flexible Spending Account options.

Mass Audubon employment also includes access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and the Reciprocity Agreement through the Consortium of Non-Profit Arts / Cultural / Environmental Organizations of New England.

Mass Audubon employees also enjoy 13 paid holidays (holidays may shift annually due to where days fall within calendar).

Work Schedule

Flexible hours, ranging from 24-32 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Other Requirements

Employees must successfully complete a CORI and SORI Background Check and a Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable) is required.

Mass Audubon’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Justice

Mass Audubon embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are dedicated to forming a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mass Audubon’s mission is to protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and for wildlife by building a strong coalition of employees, volunteers, and community members.

We recognize that the environmental movement and field of conservation have been affected by societal systems that have limited opportunity and access for many people.

As a result, Mass Audubon is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We are engaged in an ongoing process of organizational assessment and change, designed to remove barriers and create a workplace where all forms of diversity are recognized and valued.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Mass Audubon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

Mass Audubon prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.