Financial Operations Associate for ActBlue in Somerville, MA

January 17, 2015

Financial Operations Associate for ActBlue in Somerville, MA


At ActBlue, we build and power the premier online fundraising platform for Democratic campaigns and progressive organizations. Our mission is to put power in the hands of small-dollar donors and make giving online as easy as possible. We work with thousands of Democrats across the country from the President to Senators to school board candidates and our work has led to a transformation of the power structures in this country.
Since 2004, ActBlue has sent almost $700 million from over 15 million donations to Democratic campaigns, committees, and non-profits across the country. We work with thousands of campaigns, organizations, donors, and fundraisers to empower small-dollar donors and ensure that Democrats and progressives have the money and resources they need to make strides in our communities and win on Election Day.
Job Title: Financial Operations Associate
Reports to: Director of Operations (supervises remotely)
The Operations Team ensures the smooth functioning of one of the most complex political financial operations in the country. The Financial Operations Associate will assist the Director of Operations in managing all aspects of ActBlue's internal finances. The position requires the handling of highly sensitive financial information, so serious attention to detail and discretion are a necessity.  
Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Manage and respond to dispute inquiries from various credit card processors in a timely manner
  • Track the flow of funds to the campaigns and organizations using ActBlue's tools
  • Help monitor and maintain bank accounts through which thousands of campaign contributions run on a daily basis
  • Reconcile specific bank accounts on a monthly basis
  • Organize and file various financial records
  • Assist with bookkeeping responsibilities
Qualifications:
  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • Unwavering attention to detail
  • Comfort and familiarity with data entry and/or numbers-based work
  • Ability to manage responsibilities independently and meet deadlines
  • Interest in organizing and improving systems and/or processes
  • Ability to adapt and grow professionally as position and responsibilities evolve
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel or a similar application a plus
Location & Compensation:
ActBlue's office is located in Davis Square in Somerville, MA, just a few blocks from Boston's MBTA Red Line train. This posting is for a full-time salaried position based in our office. We offer a competitive salary and a generous compensation package, which includes commuter benefits, fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance, an employer-sponsored 401k contribution plan, and a flexible time off policy.
ActBlue is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against candidates on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and members of other minority or marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, please send a cover letter in the body of an email with the subject line "Financial Operations Associate" to jobs@actblue.com and attach your resume and three references as a .pdf. Be sure to tell us where you found this job posting in your cover letter. Candidates will be contacted in January if selected for an interview.  


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