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Finance & Accounting Lead

University of New Mexico
$21.00 Hourly
United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
1 University Of New Mexico (Show on map)
Sep 05, 2025
Requisition IDreq34515
Working TitleFinance & Accounting Lead
Pay$21.00 Hourly
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentOff Campus Work Study (454F)
Employment TypeStudent Employment
Student TypeWork-Study
StatusNon-Exempt
Background Check RequiredNo
For Best Consideration Date9/15/2025
Position Summary

Organization: Global Give-A-Book

Location: CNM Montoya Campus

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position

Mission of the Role

Help us turn generosity into impact. You'll be the one
who keeps our numbers clean, our plans clear, and our mission sustainable by
managing finances with accuracy, insight, and heart.

Key Responsibilities
*Track income and expenses across programs and campaigns

*Maintain and update financial records including profit & loss statements and balance sheets

*Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for leadership and board meetings

*Create financial projections to support long-term planning

*Help develop and manage budgets for projects and operations

*Ensure donations and grants are tracked and allocated correctly

*Coordinate with our bookkeeper, tax advisor, or CPA as needed

Qualities We're Looking For
We're not just looking
for someone who's good with numbers-we want someone who represents our mission
with heart and excellence. You might be a great fit if you are:

*Organized and detail-oriented - You keep things clean, clear, and correct

*A strong communicator -
You explain things simply and listen deeply

*People-smart -
You work well with others, even under pressure

*Accountable and honest -
You take ownership and act with integrity

*Self-starting and driven -
You don't wait to be told what needs doing

*Professional in how you show up -
You're a great representative of our brand

*Coachable and open to feedback -
You're always learning and growing

*Excellent at time management -
You prioritize what matters and meet deadlines

*Mission-aligned -
You believe in the power of books and the dignity of giving

*A calm problem solver -
You anticipate needs and bring clarity in chaos

What You Get
A meaningful
role with room to grow, where your skills help books get into the hands of
children who need them most-and your spreadsheets tell stories of impact.

15-20 Hours Per Week


Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.



Preferred Qualifications

Requirements

*Strong experience with QuickBooks, Excel, and/or other accounting tools

*Familiarity with nonprofit financials is a big plus

Comfortable working independently and with a remote
team



Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.


Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume.
MUST have a Work-Study Award.

The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.html

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.



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