Junior Staff Accountant

Junior Staff Accountant
REPORTS TO: Director, Finance & Accounting
Remote
American Rivers is a national conservation organization working to make every river clean and healthy for people and wildlife. We combine evidence-based solutions with enduring partnerships to safeguard the 4.4 million miles of rivers and streams that are essential to our nation’s clean drinking water, extraordinary wildlife, and the strength of our communities. The beauty of rivers is that they connect all people and communities – including within our organization. The life experiences, knowledge, innovation, and talent that different people bring to our work provides perspectives, experiences, and competencies which are critical to our effectiveness in protecting wild rivers, restoring damaged rivers, and conserving clean water for people and nature.
The Junior Staff Accountant provides support to the Finance and Accounting team to ensure that American Rivers’ accounting functions are performed in accordance with GAAP and organizational guidelines and that transactions are recorded in a timely manner.
Accounts Payable (A/P):
(Process vendor invoices accurately and promptly, ensuring proper approvals and coding.
Maintain detailed documentation and audit trails for all federal award transactions.
Review vendor information for accuracy before activation and regularly update vendor data (e.g., addresses, tax IDs, banking details).
Ensure vendor setup complies with internal control policies, procurement standards, and federal grant regulations under OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
Accounts Receivable (A/R):
(Record and reconcile incoming payments, including grant reimbursements, donor contributions, and other receivables.
Prepare and submit invoices to funding agencies and clients in accordance with contract and grant requirements.
Process and record all federal award drawdowns and reimbursements.
General Ledger and Reconciliations
(Perform regular bank reconciliations and ensure all transactions are accurately reflected in accounting records.
Reconcile credit card and balance sheet general ledger accounts monthly.
Audit and Reporting Support:
Provide accurate schedules and reconciliations to auditors and management as requested.
Assist with annual audits, single audits (if applicable), and other financial reviews.
Support the Finance Department in preparing accurate schedules, reports, and grant-related reconciliations.
Regulatory and Standards Compliance:
Ensure all accounting activities and records comply with U.Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Department of Labor (DOL), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and other relevant state and federal authorities.
Perform other duties and special projects in support of the department as needed.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field desired. Internship or relevant coursework experience is a plus.
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and proactively in a remote environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including phone, email, and video conferencing.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Adobe software.
Personal commitment to American Rivers’ mission.
Remote within AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MT, NC, NM, NY, NV, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA, WA, WI, NY and WY.
We provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package to our full-time, regular employees, including:
Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, and life insurance.
Financial Security: Time Off: Four weeks of paid leave, eleven paid holidays, three floating holidays, and sick leave.
At American Rivers, we are committed to supporting our employee’s well-being, professional growth, and financial security, ensuring they can thrive both at work and in life.
COMMUNITY AND OPPORTUNITY
At American Rivers, our core values drive everything we do – we Lead with Collaboration and Trust, Infuse Equity and Justice, Deliver Results, and Ensure Staff and Volunteers Thrive. Our culture prioritizes work-life thriving through Focus Fridays (no internal meetings), professional development opportunities, a home office stipend and our comprehensive leave policies, including sabbatical leave (every seven years) and paid parental leave (six weeks w/ one year of service).
At American Rivers, our people are our strength, and we are dedicated to building a thriving, inclusive workplace where everyone can grow and contribute to our mission.
American Rivers is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources department at or . Candidates of all personal and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.