Staff Accountant

Overview

New Hope Services (NHS) is proudly celebrating 65 years of service to Southern Indiana and our extended service area. NHS has built the capacity to provide a full continuum of human services from child and family support through ability services. Our unique expertise in developing affordable housing allows us to also partner with the communities we serve to have an even greater positive economic and community development impact.

$50,000 - $57,000 annually Eligible for benefits 1st day of the month following 30 days of employment

About the Role

The Staff Accountant supports the daily and monthly accounting operations of a mission-driven nonprofit organization. This role is ideal for an early-career accountant who wants hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, month-end close, and nonprofit finance within a structured, supportive environment.

You'll work closely with the Controller and Senior Staff Accountant, gaining exposure to fund accounting, financial reporting, and audit support while building a strong technical foundation.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting & Close Support

• Prepare and post routine journal entries with supporting documentation
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances
• Assist with monthly and year-end close activities according to a defined close calendar

Accounts & Transaction Support

• Assist with documentation, review, and tracking of AP/AR activity (ownership remains with designated staff)
• Ensure accurate coding of transactions in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards

Grant & Reporting Assistance

• Support grant and restricted fund tracking under supervision
• Assist with preparation of grant expenditure schedules and audit support documentation

Learning & Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with finance team members to follow internal controls and best practices
• Participate in process improvements and continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 1-2 years of accounting experience (including internships or practicum experience)
• Basic understanding of GAAP; interest in nonprofit fund accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Preferred

• Experience or coursework related to nonprofit or fund accounting
• Exposure to accounting software such as QuickBooks, MIP, Blackbaud, or similar systems

Who Succeeds in This Role

• Detail-oriented and eager to learn
• Comfortable asking questions and receiving feedback
• Interested in building a long-term accounting career in a mission-driven organization

Why Join Us

• Supportive onboarding and training
• Exposure to real nonprofit accounting (not just AP/AR)
• Stable environment with clear expectations and manageable workloads
• Opportunity for growth as skills and experience develop

BENEFITS:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• STD
• LTD - company paid
• Life Insurance - company paid
• Employee Assistance Program - company paid
• Accident & Critical Illness
• 401k - annual company match (% varies)
• Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Personal Days, Paid Holidays

*Equal Opportunity Employer