Department: Finance
Reports to: Controller
Classification: Full time, Non-exempt
Location: On-site in Oakland, CA
Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Clerk to support our Operations/Finance team. This role is essential in ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments, helping us maintain strong relationships with vendors and support our mission of building and preserving affordable housing in the communities we serve.
The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Process invoices, check requests, and expense reports in a timely and accurate manner
- Review, code, and enter vendor invoices in accordance with internal policies and procedures
- Perform monthly reconciliations, including vendor statements and credit card accounts
- Maintain vendor records and ensure compliance with organizational and audit requirements
- Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues
- Respond to vendor inquiries in a professional and timely manner
- Support audits by preparing documentation and reports as needed
- Assist with other accounting and finance functions as assigned
Qualifications & Experience:
- High school diploma required; Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred
- 2–3 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience working in a nonprofit environment
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and Habitat’s mission
- Customer-service mindset when working with internal staff and external vendors
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
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On-site at Oakland office
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Primarily office work, repetitive motion associated with computer and office work.
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Occasional travel to project sites and external partner meetings may be required.
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation is based on experience. We offer health, vision, and dental insurance to full-time employees and cover 90% of employee premiums, and 50% for spouse, and dependents. We provide a 4% annual salary match to your 403(b)-retirement plan after one year of service, with a three-year cliff vesting. We also offer generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Salary Range: $22-$27 an hour
At Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley diversity and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated. We are committed to building an equitable and culturally diverse organization that is reflective of the multicultural community we live in and serve. We strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQIA, women, and people with disabilities to apply for our employment opportunities. Habitat is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit and the applicant’s ability to champion Habitat’s mission and values. Our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on any basis protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance, or regulation.
Note: This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit management from assigning other work as desired.