Staff Accountant

Vibrant Works, a nonprofit organization, has been empowering individuals with vision loss since 1933. Formerly known as San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind and Vision Impaired, we are dedicated to providing rehabilitation services and employment opportunities for people who are blind or vision-impaired. Our mission is grounded in promoting independence, self-reliance, and inclusivity through meaningful work experiences.

About the role

The Staff Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of the organization’s financial records. This role involves recording, reconciling, and analyzing financial transactions to maintain integrity in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements. The Staff Accountant collaborates with the Controller and cross-functional teams to gather data, resolve discrepancies, and provide financial insights that support informed organizational decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Participate in month-end close by preparing journal entries, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and analyzing variances.
• Perform bank reconciliations and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Support payroll by completing bi-weekly payroll entries, monthly accruals, and account reconciliations on an as-needed basis.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset schedules, including acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Handle intercompany transactions and reconcile related accounts.
• Prepare and file all required state sales tax returns.
• Assist with audit preparation, including preparing schedules and compiling documentation.
• Partner with operations and other functional teams to resolve discrepancies and support process improvements.
• Uphold internal controls, accounting policies, and GAAP compliance.
• Perform other tasks and projects as assigned.
• Demonstrate and embody our values: Be Limitless, Be Resilient, Be People Centered, Be a Team, and Be Trustworthy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2-4 years of accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Strong background working with ERP, Ecommerce, and Retail systems.

Skills

• Analytical and problem solver.
• Strong work ethic.
• Detail oriented.
• Strong organizational ability and a self-starter.
• Team oriented.
• Effective communicator.
• Maintain a professional attitude.
• Able to consistently meet all deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit/stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 5-10 pounds.
• Must be able to conduct repetitive motions on a daily basis.