ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION

Avenues for Youth is a non-profit organization providing emergency shelter, transitional housing, and various housing programs for youth and young families experiencing housing instability and homelessness. With a mission to partner with youth experiencing homelessness to achieve their dreams, Avenues operates multiple programs throughout the Twin Cities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. 

Overview

The Financial Operations Associate is a part-time position designed to support the Director of Finance in managing the day-to-day financial operations of Avenues for Youth. This role will assist in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting financial reporting and analysis, with a particular focus on the ongoing capacity campaign for building a new shelter and headquarters.

Financial Operations

• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Assist with payroll processing and related tasks
• Assist with credit card expense tracking & approval
• Support monthly and year-end closing procedures
• Assist in preparing financial reports and statements

Grant Management

• Help track expenses related to government grants and other funding sources
• Assist in preparing financial documentation for grant reporting requirements

Capacity Campaign Support

• Track and maintain records for the capacity campaign budget and financing
• Assist in preparing financial reports related to the new facility project

Donation Management

• Assist with in-kind donations
• Assist with recording & tracking donations

General Administrative Support

• Maintain organized financial files and records
• Assist with audit preparation by gathering necessary documentation
• Support the Director of Finance in preparing materials for Board Finance Committee meetings
• Support organizational procurement / online ordering

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2-3 years of experience in financial operations, preferably in a non-profit setting

OR

• 5 years of experience in nonprofit Financial Operations without degree

Skills & Attributes

• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial calculations
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Knowledge of non-profit accounting principles and practices
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations. This job requires sitting for long periods, with occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

Avenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We embrace diversity, foster inclusion, and do our work through an equitable lens. Persons of color, women, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, other minorities, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Title: Financial Operations Associate

Department: Administration

Primary Location: Hybrid/Minneapolis Avenues

Reports To: Finance Director

Employment Status: Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Core Schedule: 10-20 hours/week

Pay Range: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

JOB CODE: 1000064