Accounting Internship - TEXAS INTERFAITH HOUSING

POSITION SUMMARY

Texas Inter-Faith Management/40i is a non-profit organization affiliated with The Inter-Faith Group (IFG), which is an alliance of seven independently operated non-profits that share a collective mission to create quality affordable housing and support services to families. Our team members are expected to embrace, exemplify and uphold our core values of Stewardship, Hard-working, Well-respected, Innovation, and Neighborly cooperation (SHWIN), in order to foster positive relationships both within the organization and with external stakeholders.

This position requires a professional, organized, and detailed individual with excellent computer and communication skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Accounting Assistant position will play a crucial role in supporting our finance department and ensuring accurate financial records.

• Proficiency in financial software.
• Knowledge of technical accounting principles.
• Strong mathematical skills and attention to detail.
• Review files, reports, and other documents to obtain information and respond to requests.
• Manage disputes, cancellations, refunds, etc.
• Develop and improve processes and tools to successfully perform role in support of the Finance & Accounting Team.
• Experience with vendor review negotiation, communication and payment.
• Resolve accounting issues as they arise and follow-up on discrepancies.
• Matching invoices to purchase orders/sales orders, data entry, and assisting with accounts Payable and Accounts receivable.
• Organized and self-motivated.
• Effective communication; written, verbal, and listening.
• Strong Excel, Adobe, and other MS Office products are required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

•  Minimum 1-2 years of experience in accounting.
•  Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field preferred.
•  Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
•  Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and willingness to learn new skills.
•  Must be familiar with apartment / multi-family leasing and Fair Housing.
•  Apartment software experience is a bonus.
•  Excellent customer service and data entry skills
•  Effective written and verbal communication skills
•  High attention to detail.
•  Bilingual is a plus.