Staff Accountant
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$ 75000 - 85000
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Title: Staff Accountant
Functional Area: Finance
Classification: Full-Time Exempt
Supervisor: Director of Finance
Compensation: $75000 - $85000
Position Summary:
The Staff Accountant plays a vital role on CalTrouts Finance team ensuring accurate financial management and strict compliance with government contracts and grants. With a strong focus on reporting cost allocation and adherence to federal regulations (including CFR200) this position supports both organizational integrity and program success. The Staff Accountant collaborates closely with the Senior Contract Compliance Manager Finance leadership and program managers to ensure accuracy transparency and accountability in all financial activities tied to contracts and grants.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Maintain the general ledger ensuring accurate and timely posting of transactions related to government contracts and grants.
- Prepare and review journal entries reconciliations and month-end close activities with an emphasis on compliance and accuracy.
- Monitor project costs funding levels and contract budgets; ensure proper billing and revenue recognition in accordance with contract terms.
- Reconcile the SEFA (Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards) with QuickBooks supporting the accuracy of federal grant reporting.
- Assist with annual and program-specific budgeting forecasting and variance analysis.
- Ensure proper allocation of direct indirect and unallowable costs in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Track and analyze budgeted labor hours against actual hours; highlight variances and support program managers in meeting funded expectations.
- Support audits (federal state and independent) providing complete documentation and timely responses.
- Partner with program managers and Finance leadership to deliver timely accurate financial reporting and guidance.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes internal controls and compliance practices.
- Prepare and submit invoices for government agencies ensuring adherence to CFR200 and agency-specific requirements.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field required.
- Minimum 3 years of professional accounting experience; nonprofit or public accounting background strongly preferred.
- Experience managing complex funding streams contracts and/or grant administration.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP government cost principles and grant reporting requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data identify variances and communicate findings effectively.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks (or comparable accounting software) required; experience with grant management or reporting systems a plus.
- Highly organized detail-oriented and able to prioritize multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
- Collaborative team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support colleagues across functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of the Staff Accountant position at California Trout individuals may be required to fulfill the following physical demands:
- Sitting:Extended periods of sitting are often necessary while working on financial records analyzing data and preparing reports.
- Keyboarding:Regular use of a computer and keyboard is required for data entry spreadsheet analysis and financial software operation.
- Visual Acuity:The ability to view and analyze financial documents spreadsheets and numerical data on a computer screen or in print format is essential.
- Manual Dexterity:Fine motor skills are necessary for tasks such as typing writing filing and handling paperwork.
- Lifting:Occasional lifting of boxes files and other office supplies weighing up to 20 pounds may be required when organizing or moving materials.
- Reaching:Stretching and reaching may be necessary to access files supplies or equipment located on shelves or in cabinets.
- Standing and Walking:While the primary duties of the position involve sedentary work occasional standing and walking within the office environment may be required.
- Communication:Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential for collaborating with colleagues responding to inquiries and conveying financial information.
Benefits: California Trout offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience; health benefits (medical dental and vision) retirement plan with matching generous holidays PTO benefits and sabbatical leave.
California Trout (CalTrout) is a highly recognized and effective 501(c)3 conservation organization headquartered in San Francisco. For over 50 years CalTrout has championed a remarkable number of initiatives focused on solving complex resource issues that balance the needs of fish and people. CalTrout has six regionally based offices located in key geographies where wild fish influence local communities. Our professional staff drives innovative science-based solutions that work for the diverse interests of fish farms commerce and the community. CalTrout is backed by a passionate Board of Directors along with highly committed donors and a strong membership base.
Diversity: CalTrout does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Were passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Companies that are diverse in age gender identity race sexual orientation physical or mental ability ethnicity and perspective are proven to be better companies. More importantly creating an environment where everyone from any background can do their best work is the right thing to do.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
