Staff Accountant

STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Join this dynamic Controller to use AI to leverage their accounting processes and improve procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

General Accounting

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• Prepare and manage general and subledger accounting entries, ensuring accurate, timely, cost effective and user-friendly results in accordance with GAAP fund accounting.
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• Maintain and balance accounts by verifying, posting, and reconciling transactions, and resolving discrepancies.
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• Perform monthly, quarterly and year-end closing functions including reviews, reconciliations, reserve adjustments, net asset reclasses, and compliance with grant requirements and restrictions.
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• Maintain accounting systems and processes for internal controls, accuracy, and efficiency.
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• Support preparation for annual financial statement audits and single audits
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• Maintain organized, audit-ready files for grant and program transactions
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• Assist with A/P and A/R as needed
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• Participate in ongoing budget versus actual reviews, analyze key variances, and provide information and feedback as appropriate.
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• Summarize financial results by collecting information, reviewing account balances, and analyzing results.
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Grant Billing & Compliance

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• Prepare and submit accurate, timely invoices and reimbursement requests to government, and private funders (e.g., OSH, and other agencies)
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• Track grant budgets, expenditures, and remaining balances across multiple funding sources
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• Ensure expenses are properly coded and allocated in accordance with grant agreements and cost allocation plans
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• Reconcile grant revenue and receivables to the general ledger
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• Monitor grant spend-down to avoid lapses or under/over-billing
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Skills & Competencies

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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
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• Proficiency in NetSuite and Microsoft Excel.
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• Experience with expense reporting and accounting software (e.g., Concur, Ramp or similar) preferred.
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• High attention to detail and accuracy.
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• Strong organizational and time management skills.
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• Ability to communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance staff.
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• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
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• Discretion in handling sensitive client financial information.
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Salary range DOE $80,000-$95,000
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