Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Support the maintenance of the organization’s financial records by processing data in a manner consistent with current accounting practices to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
1) Support the organization's audit, year-end closing process, preparation of audit schedules and all necessary work files.
2) Serve as the liaison between the Accounting Office and internal and external constituents requiring financial services, especially related to gift processing, payroll, cash management, and restricted use accounts.
3) Coordinate operational activity within the financial management system and assist other departments.
4) Reconcile balance sheet accounts, bank statements, trust accounts, deductions, and credit card transactions.
5) Close the general ledger on a monthly basis and generate system financial statements, including but not limited to preparation of journal entries, data entry, and posting of entries to the general ledger.
6) Maintain and reconcile the Fixed Asset System.
7) Oversee the audit of purchasing cards in accordance with established policy.
8) Process internal downloads daily for import to the general ledger.
9) Coordinate cash movement including payments and receipts and monitor the operating cash account activity daily.
10) Perform financial analysis, research and resolve account discrepancies.
11) Provide guidance and direction to employees.
Advanced level of proficiency in Excel including the use of the Formula and Data tabs and their associated tools; basic proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.

3- 5 years experience

Audit/Compliance experience in a philanthropy/endowment setting a plus!

Pay Details: $34.00 to $35.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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