Accounting Associate (Volunteer)

Mentor A Promise is a New York City–based nonprofit serving children and youth (ages 5–18) experiencing housing instability, grounded in the belief that every child is a Promise—full of potential, dignity, and possibility. We deliver consistent, high-quality programming across mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning, and creative expression in shelters, schools, and community spaces, creating structured environments where students can grow, be seen, and build lasting skills. Through signature experiences like The Imagination Studio, The Kitchen Table, The Sound Lab, and The Story Space, we nurture academic development, emotional well-being, and creative voice, all within a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and accessibility-centered framework. Our work prioritizes dignity-protective storytelling, consent-driven engagement, and deep community partnership, ensuring that how we serve is as intentional as whom we serve. We are not only addressing immediate needs—we are building pathways to confidence, belonging, and long-term opportunity, so every child has the support and foundation to carry their promise forward.

About the role

The Accounting Associate (Volunteer) supports MAP’s day-to-day accounting and financial operations. This role assists with financial tracking, reconciliation, documentation, and reporting—ensuring funds are managed responsibly and in alignment with nonprofit accounting standards. The Associate works closely with MAP’s Finance & Operations leadership and supports clean, auditable financial records across programs and projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recording and categorizing financial transactions
• Support monthly reconciliations (bank, credit card, and accounts)
• Maintain organized financial documentation and records
• Support expense tracking, reimbursements, and invoice processing
• Assist with budget tracking and variance reviews
• Support preparation for audits, funder reporting, and internal reviews
• Follow nonprofit accounting policies and internal controls
• Coordinate with Operations and Program teams as needed

Requirements

• Experience or coursework in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or related fields
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfort working with spreadsheets and financial records
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly
• Reliability and ability to meet deadlines
• Alignment with MAP’s mission and values

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with nonprofit accounting principles
• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software
• Comfort with Google Sheets or Excel
• Experience supporting budgets or financial reports

Commitment

• Volunteer role
• Approximately 5–10 hours per week
• Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
• Fully remote with optional NYC-based collaboration

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in nonprofit accounting and finance operations
• Exposure to budgeting, reporting, and audit preparation
• Collaboration with finance and operations leadership
• Professional references and letters of recommendation
• The opportunity to support transparency and sustainability for youth programs

At this time, volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements.