Staff Accountant
$50k - $55kDelaware Nature Society
- Staff AccountantHockessin, DE 19707## OverviewSalary Range$50,000.00 - $55,000.00 Salary/yearPosition TypeFull Time## Description# Position: Staff Accountant # Full-time, Exempt Position**Site:** Ashland Nature Center **Date:**October 15, 2026# MissionFounded in 1964, the Delaware Nature Society (DelNature) is a state-wide, non-profit organization that aspires to be inclusive and multicultural, celebrating the rich dimensions of diversity in nature and people. Our mission is to connect people and nature to create a healthy environment for all, through education, conservation, and advocacy. DelNature delivers hands-on environmental education and conservation programs at four sites: Ashland Nature Center (HQ), in Hockessin, DE; DuPont Environmental Education Center, in Wilmington, DE; Coverdale Farm Preserve, in Greenville, DE; and Abbott’s Mill Nature Center, in Milford, DE. At these and other sites, we also manage over 2,000 acres of land, including four nature preserves. DelNature is a state affiliate of the National Wildlife Federation. We envision Delaware as a place where people view themselves as part of nature and understand that nature is essential for life; recognize the immediacy of addressing environmental issues; and take pride and joy in caring for the natural world.# Position SummaryThe Staff Accountant will be responsible for monthly closing and general accounting functions including journal entries, accruals, GL account analysis, and financial reporting. The Staff Accountant will also be responsible for managing the accounting and reporting (internal and external) of government, foundation, and corporate grants. The Staff Accountant reports to: CFO# Responsibilities* Monitors fiscal compliance of government, foundation, and corporate grants* Ensures proper accounting to accurately charge allowable expenses by grant, including expense mapping monthly/quarterly as required for draws, internal reporting* Manages timely preparation of monthly revenue accruals, invoices, and closing of books, including journal entries* Complete understanding of project scope and funder reporting requirements/maintain expertise with OMB circulars and other regulatory publications* Ensures accurate and timely billing of draws to funders including required supporting documentation, monitor payments* Manages internal reporting and reconciliation with project managers* Coordinates and participates in annual audit* Prepares grant budget adjustments; assists with proposal budgeting as requested* Assists with month-end close. Ensures monthly reconciliation of all assigned accounts including resolution of outstanding items* Serves as backup for accounts payable, cash receipts, and payroll* Participates and supports organization wide events and programs* Promotes & supports DelNature’s mission, values, goals, activities, and membership to a wide array of program audiences# Qualifications, and Experience* Minimum of three years’ accounting experience, preferably with a focus on grants management, contract compliance, and fund accounting in a non-profit organization.* Demonstrated knowledge of accounting software (Intuit Enterprise Suite, QuickBooks Online Advanced preferred)* Demonstrated knowledge of donor management software (BB Altru preferred)* Excellent accounting and time management skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.* Proficient in Microsoft Office.* Flexibility and adaptability to work a schedule that meets the needs of the site.* Punctuality, dependability, effective communication skills, and ability to work effectively as part of a team.* Ability to consistently interact in a positive and professional manner.* Willingness to learn new skills and share knowledge with others.* Demonstrated ability of problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making.* Perform additional duties at the request of supervisor, site manager, or leadership team member.# Work Schedule This is a full-time exempt salaried position. The position is primarily M-F, but flexibility to attend evening and/or weekend meetings and/or events is required. # Work Environment and Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* The employee is frequently required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.* The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and be able to carry, move and set up necessary supplies and equipment.* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.* The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.# Salary and Compensation (full-time exempt)Starting annual salary of $50,000-$55,000 commensurate with experience. This is an exempt full-time position with health, dental, paid time off, and employer/employee matched retirement benefits.**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY** – Delaware Nature Society considers candidates for all positions on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, genetic information, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable federal, state & local laws.Delaware Nature Society reserves the right to change this job description as conditions change.
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