Assistant Bookkeeper

In Our Own Voices, Inc. (IOOV)
Albany, NY | Full-Time | On-Site
Salary: $47,000–$51,000 per year

Use Your Accounting Skills to Make a Difference.

In Our Own Voices, Inc. (IOOV) is a leading LGBTQ+ nonprofit organization serving New York's Capital Region. For more than 25 years, we have advanced health equity, housing stability, anti-violence services, youth development, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ Black, Brown, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC).

We're seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Assistant Bookkeeper to join our Finance Team. If you enjoy working with numbers, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting a mission-driven organization, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their accounting career while making a meaningful impact in the community.

What You'll Do

As our Assistant Bookkeeper, you'll help ensure the financial health and integrity of the organization by:

• Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Recording invoices, deposits, journal entries, and other financial transactions
• Reconciling bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts
• Assisting with payroll processing and payroll documentation
• Tracking grant expenditures and maintaining financial records
• Assisting with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Supporting annual audits and year-end financial activities
• Maintaining organized, accurate, and audit-ready financial documentation
• Communicating professionally with staff, vendors, and funding partners
• Supporting the Director of Finance & Administration with daily accounting operations

Qualifications

Required

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Bachelor's degree preferred)
• One (1) to two (2) years of bookkeeping, accounting, or financial administrative experience
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar financial systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred

• Experience working in a nonprofit organization
• Knowledge of fund accounting and grant-funded financial management
• Payroll processing experience
• Experience supporting audits and financial reporting

Salary

$47,000–$51,000 annually

Salary is based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

IOOV offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and organizational holidays
• Professional development and continuing education
• Employee wellness initiatives
• 2% employer contribution to a 401(k) retirement plan
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing nonprofit organization

Why Join IOOV?

Every financial transaction supports programs that strengthen lives and build healthier communities.

When you join IOOV, you'll be part of a collaborative team committed to accountability, excellence, equity, and community impact. Your work will help support critical services that improve the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals and families across the Capital Region.

If you're looking for a career where your accounting skills truly make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Work Location

• Albany, NY (On-site)
• Monday through Friday
• Standard business hours

Apply Today

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your bookkeeping or accounting experience.

In Our Own Voices, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from LGBTQ+ individuals, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, veterans, people with disabilities, and individuals with diverse lived experiences.