Revenue Accountant

LifeWorks•Austin, TX

About The Position

LifeWorks is seeking a Revenue Accountant to join its Finance team. The position is responsible for accurate and timely accounting, billing, receipt, reconciliation, and reporting for the Agency’s revenue and funding sources, including grants, contracts, contributions, program-service revenue, insurance and third-party payments, private-pay revenue, and other cash receipts. The role processes general-ledger transactions, applies GAAP, and follows Agency policies, funding requirements, and applicable regulations. The Revenue Accountant prepares standard and ad hoc financial reports, supports revenue forecasting and annual budgeting, and provides assigned audit support. The position works collaboratively and professionally with clients, coworkers, supervisors, funders, and external partners while meeting performance expectations and maintaining a positive work environment. This is a full-time, exempt position with a stated salary range of $62,245–$84,112, depending on experience. LifeWorks describes its mission as addressing youth homelessness through housing, mental health, education, and workforce services, and offers opportunities to grow professionally while making an impact in the community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and at least 3 years of accounting experience; nonprofit experience is preferred; or an Associate degree and at least 5 years of experience within a nonprofit organization; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of GAAP, revenue recognition, accounts receivable, and federal or other restricted funding requirements.
Knowledge of computerized accounting systems, preferably Oracle NetSuite, and experience with billing, cash receipts, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Proficient-level experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with clients, coworkers, supervisors, funders, and external partners.
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client and staff information and fiscal decisions.

Nice To Haves

Accounting experience in a nonprofit organization.
Experience with Oracle NetSuite.

Responsibilities

Oversee accounting and reconciliation for assigned revenue and funding sources, including grants, contracts, contributions, pledges, program-service revenue, insurance and third-party payments, private-pay revenue, and other cash receipts.
Prepare invoices, reimbursement requests, and related financial documentation for assigned funding sources.
Record, apply, and reconcile donor, merchant, event, third-party, and other revenue receipts, including transactions processed through applicable payment platforms.
Verify, maintain, and reconcile pledge and donor contribution data in the donor management system against the general ledger in NetSuite.
Monitor accounts receivable, pledge receivables, unbilled revenue, deferred revenue, and outstanding reimbursements; research and resolve discrepancies and aging items.
Analyze revenue and receivable activity and prepare monthly reconciliations, schedules, and journal entries to support an accurate and timely month-end close.
Apply GAAP and Agency policies when evaluating revenue recognition, receivables, restrictions, and related financial transactions.
Maintain current knowledge of assigned funding agreements, billing provisions, reporting requirements, allowable costs, restrictions, and applicable regulations.
Prepare required fiscal reports for funders and other external parties and submit them by established due dates.
Work with the Director of Finance, Strategic Partnership staff, and other applicable staff on revenue, billing, funding, and financial reporting matters.
Review employee expense reports, program and department in-kind activity, and supporting documentation when relevant to assigned funding sources.
Review program-related expenses and allocate costs as needed to meet funding requirements.
Research and resolve third-party payer, insurance, private-pay, customer, and funder correspondence related to billing, payment, and account discrepancies.
Maintain organized and complete accounts receivable, billing, cash receipt, grant, contract, and supporting documentation files.
Develop standard and ad hoc financial reports using NetSuite and Microsoft Office products.
Maintain confidentiality regarding client and staff information and fiscal decisions.
Perform other duties as assigned.