Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accountant to join our finance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial health and integrity of our organization by managing a wide range of accounting functions. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in corporate and governmental accounting, along with proficiency in various financial software and accounting principles. Your expertise will help ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), and seamless management of financial data.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and analyze journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and account analyses to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal controls and external regulations.
- Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, including general ledger reconciliation and financial statement preparation.
- Maintain and update financial records using accounting software MIP, Sage, Paycom; ensure data entry accuracy and completeness.
- Support payroll management by processing payroll transactions through MIP systems.
- Conduct internal audits related to Financial audit requirements controls to safeguard company assets and improve process efficiencies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on budgeting, financial analysis, and cost control initiatives to support strategic decision-making.
- Assists with time and effort reporting system, ensuring it is complete and in compliance with applicable regulations; maintains regular communications with department; communicates with fiscal contacts at funding sources for problem resolution and information gathering.
- Acts as a pre-award grant budgeting resource and reviews grant and contract proposals – makes recommendations to the CFO.
- Conducts monthly budget review in order to effectively manage the financial activities of each grant to assure that all activities fall within funder and agency guidelines.
- Performs analysis and support for projects.
- Works with program manager or COO on report requirements to funders. (Example data narration, program narrations, or financial reports)
- Reconciles related General Ledger accounts.
- Performs other duties as assigned by CFO.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting standards combined with experience in governmental or non-profit accounting environments.
- Proficiency in multiple accounting software platforms including MIP, Sage, Paycom or similar systems.
- Demonstrated ability in technical accounting practices such as journal entries, account reconciliation, double-entry bookkeeping, and general ledger management.
- Excellent understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation, accounts payable/receivable management, and budget analysis.
- Ability to interpret complex financial data accurately while maintaining confidentiality; excellent math skills are essential.
- Effective communication skills for collaborating across departments on financial reporting and compliance matters. Join us as an Accountant if you’re passionate about maintaining impeccable financial records while supporting organizational growth through precise accounting practices!
Pay: $54,080.00 - $74,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you highly analytical and attentive to detail?
Education:
Experience:
- Accounting: 4 years (Required)
- General ledger accounting: 2 years (Required)
- Microsoft Excel: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
