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Aplos Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$65K - $75K/yr

Aplos is the largest nonprofit & church management software on the market. We've served over 40,000 organizations since our inception in 2009. Our all-inclusive platform provides a dynamic CRM, ...

$22 - $24/hr

Aplos is the largest nonprofit & church management software on the market. We've served over 40,000 organizations since our inception in 2009. Our all-inclusive platform provides a dynamic CRM, ...

Bookkeeper

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Aplos, Sage Intacct, or similar) * Familiarity with Blackbaud Financial Edge is a plus, but not required * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including ...

Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Aplos, Sage Intacct, or similar) * Familiarity with Blackbaud Financial Edge is a plus, but not required * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including ...

Bookkeeper

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Aplos, Sage Intacct, or similar) * Familiarity with Blackbaud Financial Edge is a plus, but not required * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including ...

Part Time Staff Accountant

Houston, TX · On-site

$52.50K - $69.20K/yr

Experience with Aplos accounting software is desired. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook). * Ability to deal professionally, courteously and efficiently with public and all ...

Part Time Staff Accountant

Houston, TX · On-site

$52.50K - $69.20K/yr

Experience with Aplos accounting software is desired. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook). * Ability to deal professionally, courteously and efficiently with public and all ...

Part Time Staff Accountant

Houston, TX

$52.50K - $69.20K/yr

Experience with Aplos accounting software is desired. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook). * Ability to deal professionally, courteously and efficiently with public and all ...

Aplos information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Aplos Accountant, and why are they important?

To excel as an Aplos Accountant, you need a solid background in accounting principles, nonprofit financial management, and experience with bookkeeping, often supported by a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with Aplos software, other accounting tools like QuickBooks, and proficiency in spreadsheet applications such as Excel are typically required. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication stand out as essential soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and clear collaboration with nonprofit teams.

What are some unique challenges faced by accountants using Aplos in non-profit organizations?

Accountants using Aplos in non-profit organizations often encounter challenges such as ensuring accurate fund accounting and managing donor-restricted funds. Since Aplos is tailored for non-profits, users must pay close attention to tracking various grant requirements and generating specialized reports for stakeholders or regulatory bodies. Collaboration with program managers and development teams is essential to maintain transparency and ensure all financial activity aligns with mission goals. Regular training and communication help streamline these processes and prevent common errors.

What is Aplos and what does it do?

Aplos is a cloud-based software platform designed to help nonprofits and churches with their accounting, fund management, donor management, and reporting needs. It streamlines tasks such as tracking donations, managing budgets, and generating financial reports, all in one easy-to-use interface. Aplos is particularly useful for organizations that require fund accounting and need to comply with nonprofit-specific financial standards. Its features also include event management, online giving, and communication tools to help organizations engage with their donors and supporters.

What is the difference between Aplos vs Bookkeeper?

AspectAplosBookkeeper
CredentialsBasic accounting knowledge, often with nonprofit or church accounting experienceGenerally no formal certification required, but experience with bookkeeping software is common
Work EnvironmentNonprofits, churches, small organizationsSmall to medium businesses, nonprofits, accounting firms
UsageAccounting software platform for managing financesFinancial record-keeping, data entry, reconciliation

While Aplos is a cloud-based accounting software tailored for nonprofits and churches, Bookkeeper refers to a role responsible for maintaining financial records. Aplos provides tools for bookkeeping tasks, but a Bookkeeper is a person performing those tasks. Understanding this distinction helps organizations choose the right software or hire the appropriate professional.

More about Aplos jobs

Implementation Specialist (accounting) - Aplos

Velora

On-site, Remote

$65K - $75K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

About the role:

Location: 

  • US: CA, CO, GA, FL, ID, MD, MA, MN, NC, NV, OR, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA (California, Colorado, Georgia, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Nevada, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington)
  • Canada Provinces: British Columbia, Ontario, Alberta only

With Aplos, nonprofit groups of every shape, size, and mission can seamlessly run their finances and operations, manage their business and bottom line, and proactively engage their communities and donors when it matters most. We're a remote team, spread across North America (with peers all over the world).

Aplos is the largest nonprofit & church management software on the market. We've served over 40,000 organizations since our inception in 2009. Our all-inclusive platform provides a dynamic CRM, fundraising & giving tools, online donations & payment processing, built-in fund accounting system, integrated payroll, email marketing, website builder, and much more.

We are seeking an Implementation Specialist responsible for leading implementations in our fast-growing professional services department. Working with a dynamic team, your primary responsibility will be to partner with clients and internal stakeholders to drive successful implementations. If you thrive on collaborative problem solving and helping clients reach their goals, this position is for you.

What will you be doing (your role)?
  • Work with multiple customers simultaneously to successfully manage and implement new clients and their data
  • Develop deep knowledge of the Aplos software including expertise implementing and using Aplos while staying current on the latest product features and enhancements
  • Provide technical accounting expertise and recommendations to customers through consultative product set up, calls, and follow up with users
  • Provide strong project management, consulting, communication, and leadership skills managing expectations and delivering high quality solutions on-time and within scope and budget
  • Practice teamwork and collaboration within services, customer success, and sales to effectively coordinate project execution and hand-off to support
What we're looking for (requirements):

We believe that no one meets 100% of the listed qualifications. We are less concerned about whether you've done everything on a laundry list of specific things and more interested in cultivating a pool of candidates who want to join a connected, mission-driven, hard-working team of practitioners driven by creativity, curiosity, and a goal to change the world. If you feel like you meet most of the following, we encourage you to apply.

  • 2+ Years of public accounting experience including performing comps, reviews, and audits, or comparable experience.
  • 1+ years of experience in software implementation, project management and/or customer engagement
  • Outstanding customer services skills with strong desire to create value, solve problem and delight customers
  • Clear understanding of accounting best practices and GAAP; familiarity with non-profit/church accounting
  • Tech savvy and passionate about learning and managing multiple softwares at once; Familiarity with various accounting software platforms
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills including the ability to use advanced functions
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask
  • Quick learner and someone who is a go-getter
  • A team player
Why work with us?

If you need more convincing, here's the rest of it:

  • Salary - The salary range for this role is $58,000 - $65,000 USD for US candidates and $65,000 - $75,000 CAD for Canadian candidates. Your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and geographic location.

  • Paid Time Off

    • Canada: Everyone gets 4 weeks paid leave plus 11 days of public holidays, as well as an 'end of year shutdown' which is an extra 2 week company holiday. Plus, you are entitled to generous paid sick leave.
    • US: US employees are eligible for open or paid discretionary time off (take time when you need it), plus 11 days of public holidays, as well as an 'end of year shutdown' which is an extra 2 week company holiday. Plus, you are entitled to generous paid sick leave.
  •  Work remotely - We're a remote-first company - live and work wherever you're happiest.

  •  Training - We'll support you when you want to learn new skills or pay for conference or course tickets.

  • Health Coverage & Retirement-

    • Canada & US: We offer robust medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance coverages and have a 4% match on Retirement.

If you have any questions or require accommodations in the interview process, please reach out to recruitment@joinvelora.com.

Aplos, Keela and Raisely's Commitment to Equal-Employment, Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity

We know with diversity comes strength. Aplos, Raisely and Keela 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, 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.