Job Description
Job Description
Looking to identify experienced Staff Accountant for an immediate opening. This is an onsite position (5 days per week) in South Los Angeles and is available on either a direct hire or contract-to-hire basis.
Salary: $70,000–$75,000 annually, depending on experience.
We're seeking an accounting professional with nonprofit, grant accounting, or government funding experience who enjoys working in a mission-driven environment and has a strong understanding of fund accounting and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain general ledger accounts and journal entries.
- Perform month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and grant funding.
- Track grant expenditures and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
- Assist with grant reporting and financial reporting for multiple funding sources.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation.
- Prepare financial statements and management reports.
- Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash flow.
- Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and internal controls.
- Collaborate with program managers and leadership regarding grant budgets and financial performance.
- Assist with annual audits and other special accounting projects as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Staff Accountant experience, preferably in a nonprofit environment.
- Experience with grant accounting, fund accounting, or government-funded programs is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end close processes.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.