Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant Department: Finance Employment Type: Full Time Location: Atlanta Reporting To: Director of Grants, Contracts, and Financial Strategy Compensation: $65,000 / year Description We need a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to help manage our financial records, assist with project accounting, and support compliance with grant funding. This is a hybrid position, with a mix of remote work and in-office collaboration at our Atlanta office. The role reports to the Director and works closely with the Senior Accounting Manager and CFO, as well as the Grants Management Accountant. If you’re passionate about numbers, nonprofit work, and making a difference, this could be the perfect fit for you! Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & General Ledger Keep the general ledger accurate and up to date. Assist with month-end and year-end closing. Prepare and post journal entries related to project expenses, grants, and payroll. Help create monthly financial reports for internal teams and funders. Accounts Payable & Expense Tracking Process vendor invoices, landlord payments, and service provider reimbursements. Make sure expenses are properly coded to grants and funding sources. Keep financial records organized and audit-ready. Reconcile accounts payable transactions and fix any discrepancies. Accounts Receivable & Revenue Tracking Prepare and submit invoices for funding reimbursements and other receivables. Track incoming payments and follow up on outstanding balances. Work with funders and partners to resolve payment discrepancies. Reconcile accounts receivable transactions to ensure accuracy. Grant & Project Accounting Support Work with the Grants Management Accountant to track grant funding and prepare reports. Prepare and submit reimbursement requests for projects, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with funding requirements. Collect and organize backup documentation for grant reimbursements and audits. Help monitor restricted and unrestricted funds to make sure we’re staying compliant. Bank & Account Reconciliations Perform monthly bank reconciliations to keep everything accurate. Reconcile project-related accounts, like prepaid expenses and deferred revenue. Work with the Director to resolve any discrepancies. Payroll Accounting Handle booking payroll entries into the general ledger every month. Compliance & Audit Support Keep financial records organized for audits and funder reviews. Make sure all transactions are properly documented for compliance. Help strengthen internal controls and best practices for financial management. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 2-4 years of experience in nonprofit accounting (or similar). Solid knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial principles. Experience with grant accounting is a plus! Comfortable using QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar accounting software. Strong attention to detail and analytical skills. A team player who can also work independently when needed. Benefits Partners for HOME offers a generous benefits package for full-time, permanent employees. Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan with 6% match 20 days of paid vacation plus 2 personal days 11 paid holidays Half-day Fridays during the summer Health and wellness stipend Professional development stipend Cell phone stipend Paid medical leave Partners for HOME provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Partners for HOME