We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the day-to-day financial activities of a nonprofit organization in Texas. This contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist who values accuracy, accountability, and meaningful work in a community-focused environment. The individual in this role will help maintain reliable financial records, contribute to close activities, and support reporting and compliance needs across the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee routine accounting operations by maintaining complete and accurate financial records for daily transactions.
- Create and post journal entries in a timely manner while ensuring all entries are properly supported and coded.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve variances to preserve the integrity of financial data.
- Administer accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice processing, payments, billings, and cash application.
- Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure balances are accurate.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks by preparing reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation.
- Compile financial reports and provide analysis that helps management monitor operating results and funding activity.
- Support audit readiness by organizing records and responding to requests for backup documentation.
- Help uphold nonprofit and fund accounting standards, including proper treatment of restricted funds, grants, and policy compliance.
- At least 3 years of accounting experience, with nonprofit or fund accounting exposure strongly preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline preferred.
- Solid knowledge of core accounting concepts, including general ledger activity, debits and credits, and financial statement support.
- Practical experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and close processes.
- Proficiency with accounting systems such as QuickBooks and fund accounting platforms, along with strong Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables, formulas, and reporting functions.
- Ability to prepare journal entries, maintain organized documentation, and handle multiple deadlines with strong attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Experience with audit support, budgeting assistance, sales tax or corporate tax exposure, and year-end activities is a plus.