Billing Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit organization that mobilizes individuals,families, communities, philanthropists, and public agencies to work together to create green, resilient communities by providing education on the benefits of planting trees, capturing the rainwater, greening schools, and providing fun environmental educational activities. TreePeople unites with communities to grow a greener, shadier and more water-secure region at homes, neighborhoods, schools and in the local mountains.

We are seeking a Grant Billing Accountant to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate is a team player and is familiar with the non-profit grant/program funding process. This position will be responsible for conducting grant invoicing and monitoring grant transactions to ensure contract compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Obtain invoices and assign appropriate billing codes for correct reporting and payment.

• Prepare contract invoices and backup documentation, monitor grant expenditures and work with program staff on maximizing grant use.

• Maintain reports for the grant billing process and prepare grant and contract invoices on a timely basis.

• Communicate with fiscal contacts at funding sources for information needed and problem resolution.

• Maintain balance sheet detail and reconciliations for grants receivable and grants revenue on an ongoing basis.

• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred but not required.

• 3+ years of grant billing experience.

• 3+ years of AR, GL, Grants and Contracts modules in Sage Intacct of similar software preferred.

• Proficient in using MS Office (Excel).

• Strong understanding of cash vs accrual accounting, with experience running and analyzing general ledger reports to identify expenses, accrual and correct discrepancies.

• Exceptional organizational skills and a detail-oriented problem solver.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Adherence to deadlines while communicating and coordinating with Leadership and Vendors.

• Receptive to department changes and a fast learner.

• Excellent communication and writing skills.