SummaryOur client is seeking a Finance Administrative Assistant to support their Child Care Scholarship Programs on a temp-to-hire basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this is a client-facing, administrative role that works closely with the Accounts Payable Coordinator and Child Care Scholarship Counselors to ensure accurate, timely processing of provider payments and related documentation. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with financial data while communicating regularly with families and providers. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support the Accounts Payable Coordinator with all finance-related duties for Child Care Scholarship Programs</li><li>Maintain agreements and documentation for Child Care Providers</li><li>Enter, review, and verify invoices for accuracy, approvals, and required signatures</li><li>Collect and manage W-9s; set up and maintain vendor records</li><li>Print checks, schedule check signings, and coordinate mailing</li><li>Communicate with Child Care staff, families, and providers via phone and email to gather required documentation</li><li>Manage the Child Care Scholarship finance inbox, responding to inquiries and routing information as needed</li><li>Perform invoice and general ledger entries in MIP Fund Accounting</li><li>Track and process scholarship payment invoices</li><li>Resolve invoice discrepancies and payment disputes with providers and vendors</li><li>Update and maintain Family, Child, and Provider records across paper files, systems, and spreadsheets</li><li>Prepare documentation for monthly state reimbursement claims</li><li>Create and maintain spreadsheets and financial reports; proofread for accuracy</li><li>Assist with annual audits by providing requested financial documentation</li><li>Maintain organized and accurate accounting files</li><li>Attend Child Care staff meetings</li><li>Assist with ordering and managing finance-related supplies</li><li>Perform other related duties as assigned</li></ul>

Qualifications<ul><li>Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong proofreading skills</li><li>Comfortable working with numbers and performing accurate data entry</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, spreadsheets, email, databases, and Google Drive</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a positive, professional attitude</li><li>Prior client-facing or customer service experience</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Self-motivated with solid problem-solving and critical thinking abilities</li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously</li><li>Eager to learn and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Strong work ethic with a commitment to accuracy, quality, and accountability</li></ul>

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Albany, NY
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
27.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
SummaryOur client is seeking a Finance Administrative Assistant to support their Child Care Scholarship Programs on a temp-to-hire basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this is a client-facing, administrative role that works closely with the Accounts Payable Coordinator and Child Care Scholarship Counselors to ensure accurate, timely processing of provider payments and related documentation. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with financial data while communicating regularly with families and providers. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support the Accounts Payable Coordinator with all finance-related duties for Child Care Scholarship Programs</li><li>Maintain agreements and documentation for Child Care Providers</li><li>Enter, review, and verify invoices for accuracy, approvals, and required signatures</li><li>Collect and manage W-9s; set up and maintain vendor records</li><li>Print checks, schedule check signings, and coordinate mailing</li><li>Communicate with Child Care staff, families, and providers via phone and email to gather required documentation</li><li>Manage the Child Care Scholarship finance inbox, responding to inquiries and routing information as needed</li><li>Perform invoice and general ledger entries in MIP Fund Accounting</li><li>Track and process scholarship payment invoices</li><li>Resolve invoice discrepancies and payment disputes with providers and vendors</li><li>Update and maintain Family, Child, and Provider records across paper files, systems, and spreadsheets</li><li>Prepare documentation for monthly state reimbursement claims</li><li>Create and maintain spreadsheets and financial reports; proofread for accuracy</li><li>Assist with annual audits by providing requested financial documentation</li><li>Maintain organized and accurate accounting files</li><li>Attend Child Care staff meetings</li><li>Assist with ordering and managing finance-related supplies</li><li>Perform other related duties as assigned</li></ul>
2025-12-19T22:57:44Z