ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST POSITION AVAILABLE
Chattanooga or Cleveland
We are seeking a full-time Accounting Specialist available to join our finance team. Some specific responsibilities include processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other related tasks, under direct supervision of our Director of Finance.
A successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in accounting and a desire to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that often requires multi-tasking and flexibility, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. Previous nonprofit experience is a plus.
Qualifications: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. The ideal candidate will have experience with Abila MIP or similar software.
Salary: Dependent upon experience, from $53,232 for entry level candidates, higher for each year of experience thereafter. LAET offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement, and paid leave.
To apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, three references, and writing sample by email to Charlie McDaniel, Director of Human Resources, at cmcdaniel@laet.org
This position will remain open until filled.
PARALEGAL POSITION AVAILABLE Pro Bono Project Support
Knoxville or Chattanooga
We are seeking a full-time Paralegal to support LAET’s Pro Bono Project, our award-winning volunteer attorney program. Through strong partnerships with individual volunteer attorneys, law firms, bar associations, and other partner agencies, the Pro Bono Project connects low-income clients with volunteer attorneys who help address their civil legal needs.
This position will have varied responsibilities including client screening and intake, drafting correspondence and other documents, creating and managing files, communicating with clients and volunteers, assisting with preparation and execution of events, and performing other duties as needed. This position primarily supports efforts in the Knoxville and Chattanooga areas, and regular travel throughout those areas will be required. Less frequent travel to the Johnson City area may also be required. Candidates should possess cultural sensitivity for the communities we serve and the courage to reflect and uphold the mission and values of LAET.
Qualifications: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or certification from an accredited paralegal program.
Salary: Dependent upon experience, from $41,079 for entry level candidates. LAET offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement, and paid leave.
To apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, three references, and writing sample by email to Charlie McDaniel, Director of Human Resources, at cmcdaniel@laet.org
This position will remain open until filled.
Continuation of these positions is contingent on continued grant funding. Legal Aid of East Tennessee 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, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.