Volunteer: Excel-Based Accounting System for Citizens Committee for New York City, Inc. (Remote)

Company: Catchafire
Location: Jersey City
Posted on: February 15, 2020

Job Description:

City, Inc. set up an accounting system in Excel or Google Sheets to support their budgeting and reporting needs. Our Mission Citizens Committee for New York City's mission is to help New Yorkers - especially those in low-income areas - come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods. We do so through a proven combination of micro- grants, one-on-one project planning assistance, capacity-building workshops, and networking opportunities. Fun Fact About Us We support volunteer-led groups in NYC- underserved residents spending their free time creating and leading projects that improve quality of life in their communities. It is deeply inspiring to see/know we are the only place that supports them. What You'll Work On * Setup or update of accounting system in Excel or Google Sheets * Training and guidelines on how to manage system and generate basic reports * Additional Details I manage Citizens Committee's programs department, which accounts for the largest part of the entire organizational budget (a few million dollars), and we could do a much better job with creating, managing, and tracking our budget. Your Skills * Accounting * Your Experience * Proficiency with Excel * Experience setting up a bookkeeping system from scratch * Ability to set up regular recording, reconciliation, and reporting practices * Your Availability * Works remotely from anywhere * 20-35 hours over 1-3 weeks * Why You'll Love Volunteering With Us * Enhance your skills while supporting a cause you care about * Gain samples of work & references to add to your portfolio * Directly impact a community organization on the ground * Work remotely & create your own schedule * This volunteer opportunity was originally posted on Catchafire, an online tool that connects nonprofits & social enterprises with passionate professionals who want to donate their skills, pro bono. All Catchafire volunteer opportunities are well scoped, flexible, and include access to support from Catchafire's team of Nonprofit Advisors. LinkedIn for Good Volunteering

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