Accounting Specialist
About The Position
Kaleidoscope is a child and family services agency dedicated to helping young people heal, grow, and thrive. Our work is rooted in compassion, accountability, and partnership with youth, caregivers, funders, and community stakeholders. Through high-quality, community-based services, we strengthen families and promote long-term stability. We are seeking a Full-Time Accounting Specialist to join our Finance team and play a key role in supporting the financial integrity of our mission-driven work. The Accounting Specialist supports the agency's accounting operations and provides backup coverage for key general accounting functions. This role manages tasks across the full accounting cycle, with primary responsibility for grant accounting, financial reporting, and cash receipts/accounts receivable. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working with data, values accuracy and process improvement, and takes ownership of reviewing and cross-checking their work.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit, month-end close, and AR & Revenue reconciliation
- Experience with month-end close, journal entries, AR, and revenue reconciliation
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and data reconciliation
- Experience working with accounting or financial systems
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to independently cross-check work
- Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to manage deadlines while maintaining accuracy
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred (equivalent experience considered)
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day accounting operations with a focus on grant accounting, accounts receivable, and financial reporting
- Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for month-end close
- Ensure accurate and timely billing, cash receipts, and receivable tracking in accordance with grant and funding requirements
- Maintain organized documentation and independently review work to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Collaborate with Finance leadership, program staff, and external partners to support audits and reporting needs
- Provide backup support across general accounting functions and assist with special projects as needed
Benefits
- Mission-driven work that values accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
