The Staff Accountant supports the organization's financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions, compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and support for month-end and year-end close processes. This role is well-suited for a detail-oriented accounting professional with 1–2 years of experience who wants to build a career in nonprofit finance.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoice coding, payment processing, and donor/grant receipts
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end close, including journal entries and account analysis
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are properly classified by fund, program, and grant
• Support preparation of financial statements and internal reports
• Assist with grant and contract financial reporting, ensuring compliance with funder requirements
• Help prepare schedules and documentation for the annual audit and Form 990
• Track restricted and unrestricted fund balances
• Maintain organized financial records in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards (FASB ASU 2016-14)
• Assist with budget tracking and variance reporting
• Support payroll processing and related journal entries, as needed
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–2 years of accounting experience; nonprofit or fund accounting experience a plus
• Working knowledge of GAAP; familiarity with nonprofit fund accounting principles preferred
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Blackbaud Financial Edge) and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High degree of integrity and discretion in handling confidential financial information