Staff Accountant

Description

SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant will work under the direction and guidance of the General Ledger Accountant and Director of Finance to implement systems needed to support substantial growth over the next five years. The Staff Accountant supports day to day general ledger maintenance that helps enhance department efficiencies and supports regulatory compliance. The Staff Accountant will also be involved in strategic planning, evaluation, and professional development initiatives, as well as planning for expansion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and maintain the financial system(s) including accounts, vendors, and sub-contractors.
• Process subcontractor invoices and set up financial reporting mechanisms for contractors.
• Day-to-Day Accounting Activities primarily related A/R and all related follow-up
• Conduct transactional and analytical duties associated with accounts receivable including performing bank deposits and tracking and following up on all accounts receivables and submitting fee for service/ flat rate invoices to funders.
• Reconcile accounts receivable, deferred revenues, and support with TRNA schedules.
• Support as back up to Accounts Payable functions and other general ledger maintenance
• Prepare standard and adjusting monthly journal entries in support of the monthly close.
• Participate in ad-hoc accounts receivable/ payable analysis as requested by management.
• Work with the Director of Finance and CFO to establish written accounting procedures. 
• Assist with preparing annual audit schedules and coordinating the annual audit.
• Assist with any government audits that may occur.
• Support as back up to General Ledger Accountant and support with grant billing if needed.
• Gather all necessary financial reporting to Federal, City and other agencies, as needed.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years’ experience and BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration or extensive work experience in lieu of degree such as 6 plus year or more experience in related work.
• Demonstrated experience in non-profit allocation methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in NetSuite 
• Self-Starter, detailed oriented, organized, analytic, able to prioritize multiple deadlines.
• Good organization, documentation, and time management skills
• Excellent Math skills
• Technologically savvy, with an ability to point to examples of having worked with IT staff to develop and implement new processes and systems that increased efficiency in a fast- moving environment.
• Flexible and a self-starter; able to multi-task while also being highly detail oriented.
• 10-key by touch

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced College courses in accounting or related field of studies
• Expert in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to create formulas and pivot tables in excel.
• 5+ years’ experience in the Non-Profit Industry
• Proficient with payment platforms like DIVVY and RAMP

SALARY

$68,640.00 - $75,000.00 annually

CRCD is in the top 10% for excellent benefits for non-profits with an array of benefits available including:

BENEFITS

14 Paid Holidays

On-Demand training memberships to bolster professional development

Dental/Vision/ 85% employer-paid & 40% dependent paid Medical Insurance

401k eligibility from day one & up to 3% matching after one year

529 Educational Savings Plan from Principle

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short & Long Term Disability

Accident & Hospital Indemnity

Whole life insurance with cash benefits

Identity Theft Protection and Legal Services

Discount pet insurance through ASPCA

Generous work/life balance

All candidates are subject to pass background check conducted by Los Angeles County. CRCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the EEO/ADA Coordinator. EEO /ADA Coordinator contact: Stacey Cabling (213) 743-6193