Staff Accountant (Temp)

Summary 

Under the supervision of the Finance Director, the Staff Accountant is responsible for performing accounting functions essential to the operation of the organization in accordance with Human Options’ standard procedures and GAAP.   

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Process agency A/P and A/R weekly and monthly invoicing. 
• Reconcile key income statement and balance sheet accounts, and draft journal entries; take actions to resolve discrepancies. 
• Process credit card transactions through the accounting system ensuring appropriate backup and approvals. 
• Investigate uncommon and or unusual invoices and requests. 
• Lead audit response preparation and finance related projects, such as online time and labor tracking, paperless system implementation, and cost allocation projects.    
• Assist in finance and agency process improvement planning and implementation. 
• Coordinate budget development for both grants and the annual agency budgets. 
• Assist with audit preparation and finance related projects, such as online time & labor tracking, paperless system implementation, and cost allocation projects.   

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in accounting or related field, or commensurate work experience. 
• Four (4) years of accounting experience required; non-profit sector accounting experience is strongly preferred. 
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, particularly for non-profits. 
• Experience in Financial Edge preferred.  Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel and working knowledge of computer database program entry and report generation. 
• Complete the 40-hour Domestic Violence Advocate certification training post-hire. 

Prospective employees must pass a background screening to the satisfaction of the agency prior to placement. Since background screenings take time to complete, applicants are encouraged to apply early.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization.  We strongly encourage survivors of domestic violence to apply. We strongly encourage applicants of diverse race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law to apply.  All employment is decided based on qualifications, experience, merit, and business needs.