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Legal Aid of East Tennessee

Accounting Specialist

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What they do

An Accounting Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.

$41,369 / year median in Tennessee

-1% projected decline

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Job Description

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST POSITION AVAILABLE
Cleveland or Knoxville For over 50 years, Legal Aid of East Tennessee has worked to build stronger communities and improve lives by providing high-quality legal services free of charge to qualifying individuals in areas such as consumer, housing, family, public benefits, and a range of other miscellaneous matters. We are advocates for the elderly, for families, and for victims of domestic violence and work closely with our clients to help navigate legal challenges and seek out justice. Every day, we proudly answer the call for high-quality legal services that help change lives and improve communities across 26 counties from Chattanooga to the Tri Cities. We are seeking a full-time Accounting Specialist available to join our Finance team. Some specific responsibilities include processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other related tasks, under direct supervision of our Director of Finance. A successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in accounting and a desire to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that often requires multi-tasking and flexibility while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. Previous non-profit experience is a plus.
Qualifications:
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field. The ideal candidate will have experience with Abila MIP or similar software.
Salary:
Dependent upon experience, from $53,232 for entry level candidates, higher for each year of experience thereafter. LAET offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement, and paid leave.
To apply:
Submit a cover letter, resume, three references, and writing sample by email to Charlie McDaniel, Director of Human Resources, at cmcdaniel@laet.org This position will remain open until filled. Continuation of this position is contingent on continued grant funding. Legal Aid provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $53,232.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
Office Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance