Finance Coordinator

About Hiscock Legal Aid: Hiscock Legal Aid (HLA), founded in 1949, is a non-profit agency located in Syracuse, New York. Committed to promoting equal justice under the law, HLA is a primary provider of legal services for low-income individuals in Central New York. Learn more about our mission at www.hlalaw.org.

About the Position: Hiscock Legal Aid (HLA) seeks a detail-oriented and highly organized Finance Coordinator to join our administrative team. Reporting to the Controller and working closely alongside the Controller and the Assistant Controller, the Finance Coordinator plays an important role in supporting the financial operations of our large, mission-driven organization.

The Finance Coordinator is responsible for a variety of accounting and bookkeeping functions, including payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable, invoice preparation, check issuance, financial recordkeeping, account reconciliations, and other administrative duties related to the agency's finances. The successful candidate will exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to the efficient operation of a mission-driven nonprofit organization.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, or finance experience.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience working in a nonprofit environment is a plus.
• Commitment to HLA's mission of serving low-income individuals and families.

Wage: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits: Excellent fringe benefits include generous paid vacation, sick, and personal leave totaling more than 30 days per year; minimum of 14 paid holidays per year; health, dental, life, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; reduced membership to the YMCA of CNY; $100 monthly parking/transportation stipend; and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy standard office hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, and from Memorial Day until Labor Day staff can frequently take advantage of summer hours and leave at 4:00 pm.

Hiscock Legal Aid is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, and communities to apply.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Syracuse, NY 13202