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The organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative and purpose-driven finance team. This role is best suited for a self-directed professional who thrives working independently, manages multiple priorities simultaneously, and takes ownership of their work. Reporting to senior financial leadership, the Staff Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring revenue and expenses are recorded accurately and timely, supporting operational excellence and sound decision-making. The position works closely with executive leadership and interacts with a broad range of stakeholders, including program leaders, operational staff, office personnel, families, and donors.
Job Responsibility:
Independently maintain the general ledger, including preparing journal entries and performing account reconciliations
Ensure revenue and expenses are recorded timely, accurately, and in accordance with U.S. GAAP
Support month-end and year-end close processes with a high degree of accuracy and accountability
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and proactively research and resolve variances or discrepancies
Provide budgeting support and assist with variance analysis
Deliver reliable financial data and insights to leadership to support informed decision-making
Collaborate with colleagues across programs, operations, and administration while maintaining strong individual accountability
Support external audit requests and documentation needs
Identify opportunities for process improvement and help strengthen internal controls and accounting efficiency
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
2+ years of hands-on general ledger accounting experience
Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Advanced Excel skills
experience with accounting systems preferred
Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple concurrent tasks and deadlines
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused