Accountant

National Ability Center • Park City, UT

4d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant supports the accuracy and integrity of the National Ability Center’s financial records through general ledger accounting, monthly and year-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit preparation. The role executes established internal controls, analyzes financial information, and contributes to process improvements and sound financial stewardship in support of the organization’s mission. It offers broad accounting experience within a growing, mission-driven nonprofit and works closely with finance leadership. This is a full-time, year-round position based in Park City, Utah, with a hybrid arrangement that may allow remote work 1–2 days per week after the first 90 days. Candidates must reliably commute to Park City and maintain an onsite presence at least three days per week year-round. The position reports to the Controller and may involve occasional weekend work for fundraising and organizational events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least three years of progressive accounting experience, including monthly close activities, journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and financial analysis.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP, general ledger accounting, and internal controls.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Honest and trustworthy in the highest fiduciary sense.
• Ability to partner with other departments to support collaboration and shared goals.
• Strong work ethic, flexibility, and ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment and across multiple departments.
• Commitment to a positive, fun, and team-oriented working environment.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; the organization does not sponsor employment visas or other immigration processes to attain or maintain employment eligibility.
• Ability to reliably commute to Park City and maintain an onsite presence at least three days per week year-round.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Sage Intacct, BILL.com, Vena, or similar financial systems.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting, including contribution revenue recognition and donor restrictions.
• Experience preparing or reviewing IRS Form 990.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Process and record cash receipts and deposits, including donations, program fees, and grant payments, and reconcile them to supporting systems.
• Prepare monthly financial statements in accordance with US GAAP under the direction of the Controller.
• Support the annual external audit by preparing schedules and supporting documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Maintain documentation of recurring accounting procedures to support internal controls, cross-training, and continuity of operations.
• Support preparation of IRS Form 990 and other compliance filings.
• Execute and monitor established internal controls over financial reporting.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency, accuracy, and data quality within the Finance function.
• Partner with other departments to support proper accounting treatment of grants, contracts, contributions, and other transactions.
• Participate in system enhancements, testing, automation initiatives, and implementation of new accounting processes.
• Assist with key fundraising events and other special events as needed; serve as an ambassador and representative for the National Ability Center.

Benefits

• Health insurance with Health Savings Account
• Employer contribution to HSA
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Voluntary accident and hospital plans
• Annual paid time off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays and 2 paid personal days annually, including a paid day off on the employee’s birthday
• 403(b) plan with employer match
• Parental leave
• Pet insurance
• Pro Deals with gear companies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level