Staff Accountant

Title: Staff Accountant

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Director of Finance and Administration

Location: Onsite in Somerville, MA with hybrid flexibility after 12 months

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Position Summary

The Staff Accountant plays a key role in supporting the accounting operations of Somerville Community Corporation (SCC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to affordable housing development, economic opportunity, and resident services. This position assists with daily accounting tasks such as accounts payable/receivable processing, general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, the monthly close, and audit preparation. The Staff Accountant will work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting that supports SCC’s mission and compliance with funder, audit, and regulatory requirements.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• • Manage the entire lifecycle of accounts payable including setting up vendors, processing invoices, preparing bill payments, and expense reimbursements.
  • Perform monthly bank, credit card, and accounts payable account reconciliations.
  • Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation in accordance with GAAP.
  • Reconcile CIP for multiple projects against project requisitions.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closings, including the creation of schedules necessary for the audit.
  • Maintain organized electronic files of financial records for ongoing organizational and/or audit readiness.
  • Generate reports such as restricted grant expenditures, funder reports, and job ledgers.
  • Support financial data entry, imports/exports, and reports within Sage 50.
  • Assist with special projects such as construction project cost analysis and 1099 filings.
  • Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and adhere to internal controls and financial policies.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred; Business related degree considered
  • 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit or real estate/housing context.
  • Familiarity with GAAP principles and accounting software (Sage 50 preferred).
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organizational skills.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ability to work across multiple systems and files.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-driven environment with a high degree of integrity.
  • Commitment to equity, inclusion, and the values of SCC’s work in affordable housing and community development.
  • Continuous curiosity to improve processes through technology or procedural changes.

Interested candidates should submit credentials with a cover letter, expressing why you are

interested in this role and our organization, to finance@somervillecdc.org

SCC provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. SCC prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Employment is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to provide proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States on the first day of employment, in accordance with federal law.