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Position Responsibilities
Cash, Gifts & Investment Transactions
• Works with the Director of Finance to maintain appropriate cash balances in operating accounts.
• Ensures gifts received are transferred to appropriate investment accounts in a timely manner.
• Summarizes monthly gifts and deposits and reconciles totals to the accounting system.
• Prepares monthly bank and investment reconciliations for the Director of Finance review.
• Enters investment activity into unitization or investment tracking systems.
Grant Accounting & Administration
• Manages the grant payment process.
• Maintains grant-related financial analyses.
• Process available spendable balances in the accounting system.
Financial Reporting & General Ledger
• Prepares monthly general ledger close, including reconciliations.
• Identifies and documents variances from the budget.
• Prepares standard internal financial reports.
• Responds to ad hoc financial and reporting requests from senior leadership.
Audit, Tax & Record Retention Support
• Prepares audit and tax workpapers as requested.
• Supports external auditors and tax preparers with documentation.
• Assists in maintaining permanent financial and organizational records.
• Ensures records are archived in accordance with the Foundation’s retention policy.
Systems & Operational Support
• Assists the Director of Finance with basic IT and systems support related to finance operations.
• Identifies training needs related to financial systems for internal users.
Payroll, Benefits, & Governance Administration Support
• Prepares bi-weekly payroll.
• Maintains payroll records, benefit documentation, and related files.
• Ensures payroll transactions are properly recorded in the general ledger.
• Assist with preparation for various board and committee meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience; nonprofit or foundation experience preferred.
• Experience with fund accounting, grants, and restricted funds strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting audits and tax preparation.
• Proficiency with accounting and financial management systems and spreadsheets.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required
• Solid understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and general ledger management.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to prepare reconciliations, schedules, and financial reports.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to follow established internal controls and procedures.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and professionally across teams.
• Discretion in handling confidential financial and payroll information.
• Adaptability in a dynamic nonprofit environment.
Please submit your resume and cover letter here: https://hiringsolutionsllc.com/openings/Accountant_370
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