Staff Accountant

Job Summary

Scopes And Responsibilities

• General Ledger Accounting
• Prepare and post routine journal entries
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of general ledger accounts
• Aid in month-end and year-end closing activities
• Review financial transactions for proper account coding
• Support the preparation of monthly financial reports and schedules
• Account Reconciliations
• Perform monthly reconciliations of prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, accrued payables, Bonds, Leases, and other balance sheet accounts
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies identified during reconciliations
• Maintain supporting documentation for all reconciliations
• Accounts Payable and Receivable Support
• Aid in reviewing and recording accounts payable transactions
• Support receivable tracking and collections activities as needed
• Audit and Compliance
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for annual audits
• Aid in gathering information requested by auditors and funders
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and organizational policies

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

Experience

• 0–2 years of accounting experience
• Internship experience in accounting preferred
• Nonprofit accounting experience is a plus but not required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and data analysis
• Experience with accounting software preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Educative and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to nonprofit, grant-funded, or fund accounting environments
• Knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting requirements
• Experience working with federal, state, or private grant funding is a plus