Associate, Fiscal Sponsorships

Description

Under the supervision of the Chief Operating Officer, the Associate of Fiscal Sponsorships performs a variety of general accounting support tasks and provides administrative support to SCG’s fiscal sponsorship organizations.

About Southern California Grantmakers and Philanthropy California

SoCal Grantmakers (SCG) is a membership association whose mission is to mobilize philanthropy to learn and take bold actions by fostering an inclusive community of members and partners. The SCG community includes 300+ members who represent the spectrum of philanthropy, including foundations, family philanthropy, corporate giving, consultants to philanthropy, and government grantmakers.

SCG also co-leads Philanthropy California, an initiative of Northern California Grantmakers, SoCal Grantmakers, and Catalyst of San Diego and Imperial Counties. Our alliance’s combined membership represents more than 700 philanthropic organizations investing billions every year to support communities across the state, the country, and worldwide.

SCG is committed to fostering a community where members can learn, collaborate, and encourage one another in pursuit of growth and transformational change. By offering issued-based programs, professional development opportunities, and peer-to-peer connections, we educate and inspire members to shift their individual and organizational actions towards anti-racism and justice. SCG also works across sectors to tackle the root causes of inequities by fighting against white supremacy by pursuing a policy agenda that advances racial equity and supports narrative change.

SCG strives to be an anti-racist organization and actively sets DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) goals for their work and team members. We recognize and support the leadership, well-being, and identities of our staff as our most valuable resources.

Responsibilities

Handles basic accounting functions including accounts payable and receivables for all fiscal sponsorships ensuring accurate coding.
Maintains vendors’ financial information and files.
Maintains customers’ financial information and files.
Works with the Director, VPAN, and consulting staff in processing VPAN payments and receivables.
Prepares monthly financial reports for all fiscal sponsorships including maintaining spreadsheets.
Attends meetings with fiscal sponsorship organizations, as needed.
Assists in the preparation of all fiscal sponsorship contracts.
Provides support throughout the yearly financial audit.
Provides support for various administrative and operational tasks.
All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, abilities, and skills:

Knowledge of and experience with Salesforce and NetSuite preferred.
General ledger knowledge and experience
Experience providing administrative support to management–level positions.
Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy.
Team oriented.
Maintain strict confidentiality.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience and/or desire to work in a nonprofit environment.

Minimum education/experience:

Minimum two years of bookkeeping/accounting experience
Experience with NetSuite or another accounting system.
BA degree preferred but not necessary.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Up to 100% employer-funded comprehensive medical coverage

14 paid holidays, including two “floating” holidays. In addition, the SCG office is closed from December 24 through New Year’s Day.

Equal Opportunity Hiring Statement

Southern California Grantmakers (SCG) is an equal-opportunity employer. SCG is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

How to Apply

Send a cover letter and resume to talent@socalgrantmakers.org with the subject Coordinator, Fiscal Sponsorships. No phone calls, please.