Financial Services Coordinator

We are looking for a Financial Services Coordinator to join a non-profit organization serving communities in Fayetteville, Arkansas. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who combines strong accounting fundamentals with a service-minded approach and can help clients keep financial operations organized, accurate, and compliant. In this role, you will support bookkeeping, reporting, and financial administration while working closely with rural communities, nonprofits, and public entities. The position offers the chance to build trusted client relationships and provide practical guidance that improves day-to-day financial management.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the maintenance of financial files, supporting records, and related documentation to ensure information remains complete, organized, and accessible.
• Assist with core accounting activities such as invoice processing, payment tracking, receivables support, account reconciliation, journal entries, and routine financial reporting.
• Compile schedules, reports, and backup materials needed for audits, compliance checks, and client review meetings.
• Prepare and maintain documentation that supports grant, contract, and financial compliance requirements, including audit-ready records.
• Monitor budgets, billing activity, agreements, project timelines, and deliverables to help keep client engagements on track.
• Keep client profiles, project details, and service records updated in a timely and accurate manner.
• Address client questions with professionalism and provide day-to-day administrative support related to financial services.
• Translate financial statements and accounting procedures into clear, practical explanations for clients with varying levels of financial knowledge.
• Partner with internal colleagues to strengthen workflows, improve service delivery, and contribute to positive client outcomes.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 5 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related administrative support roles.
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, financial recordkeeping, and reporting.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, along with working knowledge of Word, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with a high degree of accuracy, organization, and confidentiality.
• Effective communication and customer service skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and authorization to work in the United States.
• Experience with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, Sage, or similar software is preferred.