Accountant

Accountant Position at Project HarmonyIf you are looking for a place where you can make a difference in the life of a child, Project Harmony is looking for you. We are seeking an experienced and committed Accountant to join our dynamic and innovative organization. The Accountant will be part of a team with financial integrity as its goal to support Project Harmony people and programs. The Accountant's role will include responsibility for preparing accurate and timely financial information and working closely with the Finance Team in the review and analysis of this information. This position will be tasked with month-end financial statement processing and monthly grant tracking, allocation and reporting. The Accountant will work directly with the Finance Manager and collaborate with program and agency leaders to ensure that details for financial allocations, grant accounting, budgets, and projections are accurate, timely, documented and relevant.Project Harmony exists to provide effective, immediate and sensitive support to child abuse victims and their non-offending family members. Project Harmony is committed to a vision with a focus on one goal: ending the cycle of child abuse and neglect. Project Harmony is one of the largest Child Advocacy Centers in the nation.At Project Harmony, we don't just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients and our community. Project Harmony is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national original, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.Project Harmony and all employees are committed to creating a culture that is focused on:Diversity and Inclusion: Respect and embrace diversity and inclusion of allStrategic Innovation: Lead the field in response to the evolving needs of children and familiesQuality Service: Ensure consistent, high-quality service with impactful results, to our families, our partner agencies, the community, and each otherCollaborative Relationships: Build trusted relationships by leading with honesty, integrity, vulnerability, and humilityEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare journal entries and cost allocations for posting to the general ledger to ensure financial statements are accurately presentedReconcile bank accounts monthly and perform related journal entriesProcess cash receipt and deposit transactionsSupport payroll and grant accounting processes assignedReconcile and prepare financial support for general ledger accounts and recommend adjustments where necessary; assist in identifying trends in account activity and financial presentationsFollow timely month-end procedures for processing accurate financial informationAssist the Finance Manager with the annual financial audit process and work with the independent auditorsAssist in financial policy updates for the agency that reflect best practices in the fieldKeep current on accounting and auditing standardsMaintain technical knowledge and acquire new accounting skills to ensure Project Harmony is fully adhering to non-profit and industry standardsCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders, as needed, to maximize the quality of work within the duties and responsibilities listedEnsure culturally competent services are provided without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status, disability, gender or sexual orientationComplete special projects and other accounting-related duties as assignedRequirementsQualificationsBachelor's degree required in accounting or finance or related fieldExperience and Training3+ years of progressive accounting experience requiredNon-profit accounting experience preferredKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesDemonstrate attention to accuracy and detail to reduce the amount of accounting corrections requiredExercise strong organizational and time management skillsProficient in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, and experienced with accounting software with modular processing platformsConceptualize how financial data should be processed and organized based on the audienceOwn a solid knowledge of fiscal management systemsPossess excellent analytical skills in order to provide feedback on more efficient ways to track or report financial data and assess the reporting needs of each program areaDemonstrate excellent communication skills (written, verbal and active listening)Prepared to build relationships and work collaboratively with co-workers, vendors, donors and business partnersExhibit a self-starter attitude and work independently as well as part of a teamDemonstrate strong problem solving and decision-making skillsManage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlinesBring an exceptional work ethicRespect and maintain confidentialityOtherMust be willing to work flexible hoursMust submit to a thorough criminal history background checkMust have access to a vehicle, possess a valid driver's license and proof of insurancePosition may involve some travel, primarily within the stateThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it.