Position Open Date: 08/20/2026
Position Close Date: 09/03/2026
Interested in making a difference in your community while building a career? Join our team as a Program Accountant!
WHO WE ARE:
For 60 years, Opportunity Council has worked throughout Northwest Washington to build just, equitable communities through service, investment, and collaboration. Our mission is to help people improve their lives through education, support, and direct assistance while advocating for just and equitable communities. Part of a national network of Community Action Agencies, we are dedicated to helping people help each other and themselves—building a community where everyone has the chance to thrive and contribute.
OUR VALUES:
At Opportunity Council, our values guide everything we do. Collaboration, respect, integrity, passion, and learning shape how we show up for each other and for our community. We’re also committed to weaving diversity, equity, and inclusion into every part of our work—from the help we offer in the community to the kind of workplace we create for our staff.
To learn more about us and our work, visit our website: www.oppco.org
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Program Accountant I provides high level accounting support to programs of the Opportunity Council, including working with agency fiscal and program directors and fiscal staff to develop and maintain reporting systems for planning purposes and for monitoring of spending progress.
Maintains and inputs program budgets in Intacct to facilitate programmatic and agency wide reporting. Calculates and provides financial information to facilitate contract renewals and applications. Assists in the review of allowable charges to grants, the preparation of monthly billings and grant closeouts. Works on special projects for developing systems in new areas of the agency undertaking and/or in new approaches to existing operations.
WORK SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday 8AM to 5PM
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Develops, maintains, and provides regularly scheduled and on demand reports in support of program managers and directors.
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Prepares monthly billing reports for funding sources along with analyzing grant spending progress and accounts receivable.
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Maintains and inputs program budgets in Intacct to facilitate programmatic and agency wide reporting.
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Under the direction of program directors, develops internal systems to provide statistical information to management necessary for planning.
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Coordinates accurate coding of contract expenses with agency fiscal and program staff.
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Assists program directors with contract renewal and grant application budgets.
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Provides support in preparation of and during program reviews.
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Performs grant closeout at end of grant period, including but not limited to final billings, reporting and GL adjustments.
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Reviews labor and accounts payable distribution reports to ensure the proper coding of expenses to grants and contracts.
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Works on special projects for developing systems in new areas of agency undertaking or in new approaches to existing operations.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
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A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
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Nonprofit experience preferred
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If hiring for a bilingual position. Must be able to speak, read, and write with proficiency and fluency in the required language.
We place a strong value in hiring individuals with lived experiences of, poverty and/or homelessness or who have previously participated in Opportunity Council programs or other social services.
OUR BENEFITS PACKAGE:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
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Paid time off earned on an accrual basis (vacation, sick, personal, holidays)
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Paid time off for wellness needs
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Employer-paid holidays
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Employer-paid HDHP and low-cost traditional health care options
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HSA and FSA plans, subject to plan terms
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Eligibility for critical illness insurance coverage
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403(b) Retirement plan with employer contribution
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Eligibility for health coverage for legal dependents
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Eligibility for employee/family dental and vision coverage
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Voluntary benefits such as life insurance, long-term disability, and long-term care and personal legal services
ABOUT WHATCOM COUNTY:
Working with Opportunity Council in Whatcom County is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, our community is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and a shared commitment to positive change. Whether you're supporting local families, advocating for equity, or building programs that uplift our neighbors, you'll find purpose and connection here. Join us in building a stronger Whatcom County where everyone has the chance to thrive and contribute
We believe our team should reflect the communities we serve. That’s why we strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, Veterans, and people with disabilities to apply. Opportunity Council is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not permit discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, marital or family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, use of a service animal, or any other status protected by law.
