Staff Accountant

At Neon One, we believe that technology is the key to building vibrant communities of generosity. As a leader in nonprofit software since 2004, we create intuitive solutions that help small and mid-sized nonprofits connect with people, build trust, and make good happen every day. Our culture is powered by empathy, innovation, and a shared mission to empower organizations making a difference. We operate with a customer-first mindset, take pride in extraordinary results, and grow together by supporting each other and embracing bold new ideas.

About the Role

We're looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with 2–5 years of experience to join our finance team. This role covers full cycle accounting and is a great fit for someone who enjoys owning month-end processes and wants to grow their career with a company that values accuracy, initiative, and clear communication. This role reports directly to the Assistant Controller.

Responsibilities

• Own full cycle accounting responsibilities, from transaction entry through financial statement preparation
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations as part of the monthly close process
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
• Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Analyze account variances and research discrepancies
• Assist with audit preparation, including gathering documentation and responding to auditor requests
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Maintain organized, accurate records to support financial reporting and audit trails
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and increase efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (FP&A, Billing, HR) to support broader business needs

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience, with exposure to full cycle accounting
• Solid understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
• Experience with NetSuite, Salesforce, and Ramp is a plus
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas)
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify trends, variances, and discrepancies
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work independently as a self-starter in a remote environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan with up to 3.5% company match
• Comprehensive health plans
• Paid parental leave
• Company-paid life insurance & long-term disability
• Pet insurance
• 11 company holidays, plus paid sick time
• Medical FSA, HSA, and dependent care options
• Commuter benefits and identity theft protection
• One paid volunteer day per month

We use AI tools to support our recruitment process, including helping us organize applications and identify early matches based on role criteria. Every rejection decision is made by a human. This opportunity is offered through HighlightTA, the on-demand talent team supporting Neon One’s growth.