Staff Accountant

About the role

Our nonprofit organization is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and ensure the accuracy of financial records. This role works closely with the Controller and Finance team to maintain compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Monitor and track grant funding, restricted funds, and program expenses.
• Assist with payroll processing and related reconciliations.
• Prepare supporting schedules for audits and financial reporting.
• Review employee expense reports for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Help maintain internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Support budget preparation and ad hoc financial analyses.
• Assist with annual Form 990 preparation and other compliance reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience; nonprofit experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Experience with accounting software such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Experience

• Nonprofit accounting and grant/fund accounting.
• Audit support and financial statement preparation.
• Payroll and accounts payable processing.
• Experience working with restricted funding and donor reporting requirements.

Benefits

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility.