Accounting Associate (Volunteer)

Overview

A New York City–based nonprofit serving children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability is seeking a volunteer Accounting Associate to support its Finance & Operations team. The organization delivers mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning, and creative expression programs in shelters, schools, and community spaces. Strong financial stewardship is essential to maintaining trust with families, partners, donors, and funders.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recording and categorizing financial transactions
• Support monthly reconciliations including bank, credit card, and accounts
• Maintain organized financial documentation and records
• Support expense tracking, reimbursements, and invoice processing
• Assist with budget tracking and variance reviews
• Support preparation for audits, funder reporting, and internal reviews
• Follow nonprofit accounting policies and internal controls
• Coordinate with Operations and Program teams as needed

Requirements

• Experience or coursework in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or related fields
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfort working with spreadsheets and financial records
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly
• Reliability and ability to meet deadlines
• Alignment with the organization’s mission and values

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with nonprofit accounting principles
• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software
• Proficiency with Google Sheets or Excel
• Experience supporting budgets or financial reports

Commitment

• Volunteer role
• Approximately 5–10 hours per week
• Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
• Fully remote with optional coordination in New York City

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in nonprofit accounting and finance operations
• Exposure to budgeting, reporting, and audit preparation
• Collaboration with finance and operations leadership
• Professional references and letters of recommendation
• Opportunity to support transparency and sustainability for youth programs

Location

Remote with optional New York City–based collaboration as needed

Additional Information

Volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements.