Staff Accountant

Client: Mission-driven Newark nonprofit organization Title: Staff Accountant Salary: $60,000–$65,000 Location: Newark, NJ | Fully onsite Job Description: A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and grant-related financial activity. This is a hands-on role for someone with a solid nonprofit accounting foundation who is comfortable balancing core accounting responsibilities with detailed administrative work. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable with repetitive tasks such as invoice uploads, document management, and entering information into grant reporting systems. Responsibilities Record daily financial transactions, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. Prepare deposits and maintain accurate cash records. Perform bank and credit card reconciliations. Prepare journal entries and support month-end close. Assist with monthly financial reporting and account analysis. Track grant-related revenue and expenses. Prepare grant reimbursement requests and financial reports for funders. Maintain organized, audit-ready grant and contract files. Enter information into grant reporting portals and maintain supporting documentation. Qualifications 1–3+ years of accounting experience. Nonprofit and grant accounting experience required. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. Working knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting principles. Comfortable handling both transactional and higher-level accounting work. Strong Microsoft Excel skills. MIP Fund Accounting experience preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco