Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Job description:

<Company Overview>

Founded in 1908, Saint Barnabas Senior Services is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to ensuring that all older adults can age with dignity. As the oldest senior service agency in the Greater Los Angeles Area, we have expanded from a single senior center to a dynamic provider of innovative care and services across the region.

<Job Overview>

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. In this vital role, you will support our organization’s financial health by managing core accounting functions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and contributing to accurate financial reporting. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your accounting expertise within a mission-driven nonprofit environment dedicated to serving seniors.

<Responsibilities>

• Assists in developing and maintaining adequate internal controls and alerts the Director of Finance/Controller of possible deficiencies or areas of improvement.
• Establishes a month end accounting calendar to ensure proper end of month closing activities.
• Assists in the month end close process.
• Manages fixed asset schedule, depreciation schedule, prepaid schedules and cost allocation plan.
• Records payroll journal entries and adjusting/reclassification journal entries.
• Manages AR
• Tracks and monitors expenses and proper expense allocations across multiple Government and Foundation grants.
• Prepares annual 1099-MISC.
• Prepares daily deposits of donor contributions including cash, checks, credit cards and EFT’s; posting of daily deposits to the general ledger; maintaining cash receipt files.
• Processes semi-monthly Payroll and all Payroll related transactions.
• Reconciles all bank, credit card, and investment accounts on a monthly basis.
• Reconciles donor database with accounting database.
• Assists with annual independent audit and other state and local program reviews/audits.
• Participates in special finance/accounting projects as assigned by the Director of Finance.
• Maintains the chart of accounts, accounting files, records, and documentation.
• Back up for the Director of Finance in their absence, which includes but not limited to handling vendor inquiries, bank inquires and other inquiries from various funding sources.

<Experience>

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or CPA candidate preferred
• Proven experience in nonprofit accounting environments with a focus on financial statement preparation and account reconciliation
• Familiarity with accounting software such as Sage, ADP, or similar platforms
• Strong understanding of GAAP, accrual accounting, double-entry bookkeeping, and financial concepts
• Experience with regulatory compliance with governmental accounting standards
• Knowledge of tax regulations related to nonprofits and LIHTC programs is a plus
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and prepare detailed reports
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and financial modeling

Join us as a Staff Accountant and become an integral part of an organization that values integrity, transparency, and impactful service. Your expertise will help ensure our financial operations run smoothly while supporting our mission to empower seniors in our community.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employee Wellness $600/Annually