Finance Analyst/Bookkeeper (Part-Time)

The New York Climate Exchange (The Exchange) is a new not-for-profit climate solutions center designed to build community, foster collaboration, advance climate knowledge, and empower marginalized communities through cross-disciplinary networking, impactful programming, and cutting-edge facilities. While The Exchange will have a physical presence on Governors Island, its spirit and influence will extend beyond the Island into New York City and across the country and world. Our diverse coalition of partners—committed and prepared to collectively disrupt the status quo—incorporates local and global perspectives on climate change from academia, the private sector, and community-level organizations. As the first of its kind, The Exchange will unlock integrated and scalable approaches to sustainability, ultimately serving as a global model for sustainable positive change.  

The New York Climate Exchange (“The Exchange”) is seeking a driven Finance Analyst/Bookkeeper to join the Finance & Administration team and contribute to the efficient functioning of our organization. The Finance Analyst/Bookkeeper will play a crucial role in maintaining The Exchange’s financial records.  

Applicants should feel comfortable working in a fast-paced, start-up environment with tasks and roles changing on a regular basis. This part-time position (minimum 10 hours/week, maximum 20 hours/week) offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity for hybrid/remote work. The ideal candidate will be located in the New York City area and will have the opportunity to work in-person, however, hybrid/remote work is possible. This position reports to the Finance Manager. 

Compensation and Benefits 

The range for the hourly rate for the Finance Analyst/Bookkeeper is between $30-40 per hour, commensurate with experience.  The position is not eligible for health and retirement benefits, paid time off, or sick leave. 

Compensation will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to qualifications, experience, education, licenses, and specialized training. The above hiring range represents The Exchange’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.  

Key Responsibilities 

Working closely with the Finance Manager, the Finance Analyst/Bookkeeper will undertake the following responsibilities: 

Bookkeeping & Financial Record Management 

• Record all financial transactions and monthly accruals in a timely manner using Quickbooks Online. 

• Ensure the accuracy of the general ledger by maintaining organized schedules and reconciling accounts on a monthly basis. 

• Support month end close process and help identify opportunities for increased efficiency with finance systems.  

• Distribute expense reports to staff and make requested adjustments.  

Accounts Payable Processing 

• Prepare invoices weekly for management approval in accounts payable software. 

• Monitor cash balance and effectively prioritize outgoing payments.  

• Communicate with external vendors on payment schedules and maintain positive vendor relationships. 

Administrative Assistance 

• Develop and refine Finance Policies and SOPs alongside the Finance Manager and the rest of the Finance and Administration team.  

• Prepare presentations to explain financial information to audiences with different areas of expertise and backgrounds. 

• Draft budgets for small programming initiatives and grant applications alongside Exchange programming team. 

• Other duties as assigned.   

Position-related Qualifications 

The strongest candidates for this position will have 2-3 years of experience in nonprofit finance and bookkeeping with a solid understanding of GAAP and fund accounting. Additional qualifications include: 

• Ability to work independently and proactively seek efficiencies and solutions to challenges, demonstrating initiative and resourcefulness in problem-solving.  

• Strong time management abilities and high capacity to prioritize tasks of varying urgency. 

• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks Online preferred) and Microsoft Excel. 

• Fantastic attention to detail while dealing with a high volume of transactions.  

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. 

New York Climate Exchange Staff Core Competencies 

• Develops and implements solutions that show understanding of how partners and/or own work achieves results that are financially, environmentally, and socially sustainable. 

• Shares new insights based on in-depth understanding of clients/partners and recommends solutions for current and future needs of clients/partners. 

• Initiates collaboration across boundaries and broadly across The Exchange, partner organizations, and other relevant institutions. 

• Makes choices and sets priorities with The New York Climate Exchange corporate perspective in mind. 

• Helps others to understand problems, partner and client needs, and the underlying context. 

• Recognizes the value of diverse perspectives and lived experiences and applies a critical lens to systemic sources of bias and discrimination.  

• Applies critical thinking and seeks input and experience from others to recommend a course of action consistent with The Exchange’s strategy. 

• Evaluates risk and anticipates the short- and long-term implications of decisions. 

• Commits to a decision and acts once it has been reached. 

Preferred consideration will be given to applications received no later than March 14, 2025. 

The New York Climate Exchange provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, height, weight, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  

Note: Research indicates that men tend to apply for jobs when they meet just 60% of the criteria, while women and people from other marginalized groups only apply if they are a 100% match. If you are passionate about our mission and think you have what it takes to be successful in this role even if you don’t check all the boxes, please apply. We’d appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. 

You must be able to work in the United States as The Exchange does not yet have visa-sponsoring capabilities.