Description We are offering an exciting opportunity in the non-profit industry, based in Houston, Texas. The role is for a Staff Accountant, whose primary function will be to perform complex accounting work, ensure compliance with accounting principles, and assist in various accounting functions.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the reconciliation of agency accounts, ensuring compliance with GAAP, agency, funder, state, and federal accounting standards and requirements

• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual closings

• Reconcile payments utilizing internal tools and systems, ensuring accurate documentation, analysis, and preparing reports to support leadership

• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring daily posting of transactions

• Prepare and maintain the investment reporting and reconcile the investment account

• Record payroll transactions and collaborate with the Payroll Administrator in the reconciliation of personal expenses

• Assist with the annual financial audit and monitoring visits as assigned

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to research financial transactions, conduct analysis, and create reports to support decision-making and the agency's strategic plan

• Maintain confidentiality of employee and proprietary information

• Assist in creating and facilitating training for employees in general accounting or other program positions as appropriate

• Prepare complex accounting reconciliation and analysis to determine the accuracy of financial data, initiate needed adjustments and corrections, and provide needed explanations of transactions

• Research complex issues and recommend process and operational improvements as needed

• Serve as a back-up for the Staff Accountant during leaves and vacations

• Create a manual of workflows and processes that are position specific. Requirements • Minimum of three years of experience in a Staff Accountant role or similar

• Demonstrable competency in 'Month End Close' procedures

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and in a team setting

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Previous experience in a non-profit organization would be advantageous

• Familiarity with financial regulations and standards

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Experience with financial reporting and tax filings.

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