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GL Accountant

$37 per hour

GHJ

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ's relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client's needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking a GL Accountant to join its finance team and provide hands-on support across general ledger accounting and financial reporting. This is a great opportunity for an accountant who wants to expand their experience in a collaborative, teaching-focused environment with the potential to grow into a long-term role.

The GL Accountant will be responsible for general ledger and financial reporting for assigned units, with significant involvement in month-end close, reconciliations, grant accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis. This position also serves as a key finance resource to operational teams, providing guidance and helping resolve day-to-day accounting questions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly journal entries, including intercompany activity
  • Support accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes
  • Prepare and review monthly financial statements and financial reports
  • Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations
  • Review AP and cash receipt activity for proper general ledger coding
  • Coordinate grant revenue recognition, accruals, billing, and reporting
  • Analyze financial results and investigate budget variances
  • Assist with annual budgeting and internal and external audit schedules
  • Partner with operational teams to resolve accounting and reporting questions
  • Support capital project tracking and other accounting projects as needed
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree with a concentration or significant coursework in Accounting
  • 3-5+ years of accounting experience with strong general ledger experience
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Experience with month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Collaborative, team-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Self-starter who takes initiative and is eager to learn and grow
Why Join?
  • Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term growth
  • Collaborative environment with an emphasis on training and development
  • Broad exposure to general ledger accounting, grants, budgeting, financial reporting, and audit support
  • Opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of a mission-driven nonprofit organization

Compensation: Up to $37/hour

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Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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