Staff Accountant

Location: Santa Ana, CA (Hybrid — 3 days on-site / 2 days remote)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Pay: $28.50 – $31.00 per hour, DOE
Hours: 8:30 - 5:00 (M-F)

About the Organization
Our client is a mission-driven nonprofit organization based in Southern California that supports other nonprofits through fiscal sponsorship, capacity-building, and consulting services. Their work helps community-based organizations operate effectively so they can focus on serving the people who need them most.

About the Role
Are you passionate about using your accounting skills to support social impact work? We're looking for a Staff Accountant to join a nonprofit finance team where day-to-day numbers translate directly into stronger, more resilient community organizations.
In this role, you'll support the accounting needs of multiple community-based projects, ensuring accurate financial reporting and full compliance with state and federal requirements — all while working alongside a team dedicated to building more just and equitable communities.

What You'll Do

• Record day-to-day accounting transactions and complete month-end close procedures, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and bank reconciliations
• Post journal entries for assigned projects and maintain up-to-date accounting documentation and records
• Issue vendor payments and record incoming funds from grantors and funders
• Support grant and contract management, including planning, monitoring, and reporting
• Serve as a point of contact for assigned projects, building strong working relationships and addressing their financial needs
• Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned

What You'll Need

• At least 1 year of accounting or auditing experience;
• Prior experience in nonprofit accounting or audit is strongly preferred
• QuickBooks experience highly desired
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field
• Additional 2 years of relevant nonprofit accounting experience in leu of educational background

Why This Role
Beyond the day-to-day work, this is a chance to be part of an organization whose core purpose is strengthening the nonprofit sector — every reconciliation and report you complete helps fund work that has a direct impact on local communities.


About Advantex
Advantex Professional Services is an award-winning recruiting firm specializing in Accounting, Finance, and Information Technology recruiting throughout Southern California. 

Equal Opportunity Employer
Advantex and our client organizations are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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