Staff Accountant, Nonprofit

Atlanta, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJs relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand clients needs attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization and plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and strong internal controls. This position works closely with the Finance team and program leaders and is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a passion for nonprofit work.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain the general ledger including journal entries reconciliations and month-end close
Prepare and review monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Assist with preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
Track and reconcile restricted and unrestricted funds in accordance with donor and grant requirements
Support budgeting forecasting and variance analysis
Assist with grant reporting and compliance documentation
Prepare schedules and documentation for annual audit and Form 990
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed
Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Support continuous improvement of accounting processes and internal controls

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
25 years of accounting experience; nonprofit experience preferred
Knowledge of GAAP; familiarity with fund accounting a plus
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks Sage Intacct or similar)
Strong Excel skills
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills

$65000 - $85000 a year

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Required Experience:

Staff IC

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

Maintain the general ledger including journal entries reconciliations and month-end close
Prepare and review monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Assist with preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
Track and reconcile restricted and unrestricted funds in accordance with donor and grant requirements
Support budgeting forecasting and variance analysis
Assist with grant reporting and compliance documentation
Prepare schedules and documentation for annual audit and Form 990
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed
Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Support continuous improvement of accounting processes and internal controls