Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantNew York, NY, US On-site Vaco $USD 60000 - 65000 Direct HireClient: Mission-driven Newark nonprofit organizationTitle: Staff AccountantSalary: $60,000–$65,000Location: Newark, NJ | Fully onsiteJob Description:A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to support its day-to-day accounting operations and grant-related financial activity.This is a hands-on role that combines core accounting responsibilities with grant administration and detailed financial support. The ideal candidate will have nonprofit accounting experience, familiarity with grants, and a willingness to handle both transactional and administrative accounting work.ResponsibilitiesRecord daily financial transactions.Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.Process deposits and maintain accurate cash records.Prepare journal entries.Perform bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.Assist with month-end accounting activities.Support grant reporting and reimbursement processes.Upload invoices and maintain organized supporting documentation.Enter financial information into grant reporting portals and other systems.Assist with tracking and closing out outstanding bank accounts.Maintain accurate, audit-ready accounting and grant records.Support the Controller and CFO with additional accounting projects as needed.QualificationsPrior nonprofit accounting experience required.Experience with grants or grant accounting required.Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.Hands-on experience with AP, AR, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.Comfortable with detailed, repetitive, and administrative accounting tasks.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a small finance team.By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.