Junior Accountant

SafeNest ‚Ä¢ Las Vegas, NV ‚Ä¢ Part Time ‚Ä¢ $26.44–$28.85 / hour

Posted on Fri, Jun 12, 2026

Job Title: Junior Accountant Department: Administration Reports To: Controller (VP of Finance) FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt Hours per week: Full-Time / 40 hours per week Hourly rate: $26.44 - $28.85 / hour Overview of SafeNest Since 1977, SafeNest has been a leading force in the fight to end domestic and sexual violence. Dedicated to a holistic and innovative approach, SafeNest works tirelessly with survivors, abusive partners, and children impacted by interpersonal violence. With a steadfast commitment to breaking the cycle of abuse, SafeNest serves over 11,000 clients annually, delivering more than 170,000 life-changing services. As Nevada’s largest provider of interpersonal violence services, SafeNest’s impact is driven by its exceptional team of professionals. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and an empowering work environment. Together, we are building a safer, more compassionate community. Job Summary Working within SafeNest’s accounting systems and fiscal processes, the Junior Accountant will assist with accounts payable, payroll, cash receipts, month-end closings, and special projects. This Junior Accountant role is an excellent opportunity for someone who is energetic and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment where you will gain exposure to many facets of the accounting function, with the added benefit of lending your efforts to an organization with a worthwhile cause. Primary Responsibilities

Process accounts payable transactions and reconcile vendor accounts, ensuring that invoices are entered timely and accurately.
Process semi-monthly payroll for salaried and hourly employees.
Process and reconcile incoming payments including grant income and donations.
Work with all relevant accounting, bill payment, and donation platforms and databases.
Participate in month-end reconciliations.
Maintain vendor relationships.
Review and audit invoices for health insurance and other benefits.
Maintain complete and accurate financial files and supporting documentation.
Research, track, and resolve accounting discrepancies.
Assist with preparation for the annual financial audit.
Perform other clerical and accounting duties as needed or assigned.

This list of responsibilities are not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned. Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (preferred) and/or 2+ years of experience in an accounting environment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail while meeting deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
High degree of integrity and confidentiality in handling monetary and payroll transactions.
Excellent communication and time management skills.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

Regular attendance during scheduled business hours is expected.
This position requires occasional flexibility in work hours as needed to accomplish department goals and objectives.
The physical demands and work environment are representative of that which will be required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate office noise but may vary on occasion if circumstances require.

Equal Opportunity Employer SafeNest provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

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