Accountant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Accountant
Temp-to-perm, Full time
General Position Description
The accountant will be involved in supporting HCEBβs finance, administrative and housing operations
functions. The accountant will perform transactional duties for HCEB and its affiliates.
Essential Job Functions
ο· Generate monthly invoices for submission to the HCEB funders
ο· Assist creating billing reports for multiple funding sources whenever needed
ο· Assist Controller with ongoing supervision and support of organizationβs accounting function,
A/P, A/R, and billing
ο· Assist with the annual audit
ο· Bookkeeping and Administration back up, whenever needed
ο· Perform some operations administrative duties such as supporting work order tracking process
ο· Perform other duties as assigned
ο· Filing
HCEB values the following qualities for this position:
ο· Fast learner with strong memory skills and mental agility
ο· Results-oriented and able to meet deadlines
ο· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
ο· Flexible and self-motivated with an ability to coordinate and prioritize workload
ο· High standard of excellence and quality
Requirements
ο· Background and Educational Requirements
ο· History of progressively responsible related work experience, preferably in a non-profit
organization
ο· Familiarity with accounting practices and standard accounting software
ο· Excellent PC skills, including word-processing, spreadsheet, and accounting software in a
Windows-type environment
ο· Experience with accounting practices and standard accounting software (QuickBooks desktop
preferred)
ο· Working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word
HCEBβ’ Proprietary and Confidential β’ 2021
Americans with Disability Specifications
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs;
balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance
vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Job Duties Disclaimer Statement
This position description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee.
Employee will be required to follow all other job-related instructions and to perform all other job-related
duties directed by their supervisor.
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $31.00 - $35.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Some of HCEB administrative office staff are required to work in the main Oakland office. Social distancing and sanitization practices are followed.
HCEB requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Oakland, CA 94607: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPA (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Accountant roles across Housing Consortium of the East Bay's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked $31 - $35 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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