Overview
The Staff Accountant performs a wide range of accounting and financial support functions to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial activities and records. This position may have responsibilities in supporting all areas of accounting in accordance with organizational policies, internal controls and applicable accounting standards. Reporting to the Accounting Manager it supports day-to-day financial operations, monthly and year-end close processes, audit preparation and regulatory reporting.
Responsibilities
- Support daily accounting operations including cash monitoring, reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records
- Process and code revenues, expenses, gifts, grants, program services, and event activity
- Manage accounts payable and receivable including payments, deposits, pledges, grants, and vendor records
- Assist with audits, Form 990 preparation, financial reporting, and special projects
- Partner with internal teams to support donor acknowledgements, program invoicing, grants, and scholarship payments
- Monitor restricted funds, credit card activity, and electronic payments including ACH and desktop deposits
- Prepare support documentation, reports, and annual filings including 1099s
- Collaborate across departments to ensure accurate and timely financial operations
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred with 3+ years of general accounting experience
- Equivalent combination of accounting coursework and relevant accounting experience considered
- Knowledge of accounting principles, standards, regulations, and GAAP
- Nonprofit or foundation accounting experience preferred
- Experience working with integrated accounting or financial databases
- Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
- High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and strong work ethic
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and overall proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience with AkoyaGO or Microsoft Business Central is a plus
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
