Staff Accountant

About Structure USAStructure USA is a nonprofit based in Orlando, Florida. We publish research and editorial work about the American market for a Brazilian audience, covering international trade, market entry, brand internationalisation, and partner relationships.Our funding comes from a mix of sources, and some of it is restricted to particular programmes. Keeping that straight is a large part of this job.About the roleWe're hiring a Staff Accountant to manage our books and keep our financial records accurate and audit-ready.Nonprofit accounting is its own discipline. Money arrives with conditions attached, and the organisation has to be able to demonstrate — to funders, to the board, and to the IRS — that it was spent the way it was meant to be. You'll be the person who makes that demonstrable.You'll report to the director and work with our outside CPA firm on the annual filing and review.The position is full-time and fully remote. You'll need to be available during US Eastern business hours.What you'll doDay-to-day accountingMaintain the general ledger and record transactions accuratelyReconcile bank and credit card accounts monthlyManage accounts payable and process vendor paymentsCoordinate payroll with our payroll provider and reconcile payroll accountsHandle contractor payments and annual 1099 filingsFund and grant accountingTrack restricted and unrestricted funds separately and correctlyAllocate expenses to the right programme, grant, or funding sourceMaintain records that support grant reporting to fundersFlag when restricted funds are being spent outside their purposeClose, reporting, and complianceRun month-end close on schedulePrepare monthly financial statements for the director and boardMaintain documentation for the annual audit or reviewSupport preparation of Form 990 with our outside CPA firmKeep records organised so that any transaction can be traced and explainedWhat we're looking forAt least 2 years of hands-on accounting experienceWorking knowledge of US GAAPExperience with month-end close and account reconciliationProficiency with cloud accounting software — QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similarStrong Excel skillsAccurate, organised, and comfortable working independently in a remote settingAvailable during US Eastern business hoursHelpful but not required:Nonprofit accounting experience, particularly fund accounting or grant trackingFamiliarity with Form 990 and nonprofit reporting requirementsDegree in accounting or finance; CPA or CPA-trackExperience supporting an annual auditCompensation and benefitsSalary: $50,400 per yearMedical insurance, with Structure USA covering 50% of the employee premium403(b) retirement plan with an employer contribution10 days of paid time off per year, plus public holidaysFully remoteEquipment providedHow to applyApply through LinkedIn with your resume. In a short note, tell us about a reconciliation that didn't balance and what the cause turned out to be.Structure USA is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.