Staff Accountant

Jonathan's Place•Garland/Dallas, TX

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Jonathan's Place, established in May 1991, provides a safe, loving home and specialized services to children who have been victims of abuse, abandonment or neglect. This position is responsible for accounting, financial reporting and analysis, for government grants, including cost reimbursement and/or fee for service contracts. The Staff Accountant is responsible for grant management, general ledger accounting and financial analysis.

Requirements

Demonstrates knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Works with a high degree of accuracy.
Demonstrates familiarity with 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance for Federal Awards and Uniform Grant Management Standards (UGMS).
Integrates changes smoothly. Plans for additional resources. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Sets goals and objectives. Uses time efficiently. Works in an organized manner.
Identifies and communicates problems, together with proposed solutions, in a timely manner. Resolves problems in early stages. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Works well in group problem solving situations.
Associate’s degree in accounting prefers Bachelor’s degree or related field.
2-4 years of recent and relevant work experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to speak with self- confidence.
Ability to produce professional correspondence and presentations.
Ability to identify and plan long- and short-term goals.
Demonstrate knowledge of computer programs and databases including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Must maintain a current drivers’ license and favorable driving record as condition of employment.
Must provide proof of current vehicle insurance.
Maintain a working telephone or other reliable means of communication.
Must have own transportation.

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit accounting experience a plus.
Familiarity with Financial Edge NXT a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensure grant-related services are recorded and tracked appropriately in accounting systems. Maintain all supporting documentation.
Update and maintain grant management model for accounting, management reporting, and audit purposes. Reconcile to General Ledger.
Evaluate eligibility for reimbursement based on contract terms and approved budgets.
Prepare and submit requests for reimbursement per grantor’s published schedule.
Prepare management reports and participate in grant reviews per established schedule.
Participate in grant applications, budget revisions, and program audits as needed.
Monitor fee-for-service activity, report and resolve discrepancies.
Ensure transactions are recorded accurately in the general ledger.
Prepare management reports and related analysis by established deadlines.
Prepare and enter biweekly payroll journal entries.
Prepare and enter closing journal entries into accounting system.
Record receivable payments to general ledger.
Record recurring expenditures for rent, bank fees, and merchant fees.
Reconcile monthly investment account activity and record associated journal entries.
Record journal entries for monthly depreciation and prepaid expenses.
Prepare reconciliation for restricted assets and record journal entry as needed.
Reconcile GL accounts and bank reconciliation as assigned, review with CFO.
Assist with preparation of monthly financial package.
Prepare and distribute management reports (departmental budget versus actual reports).
Maintain records for audit.
Assist with year-end duties, including preparing and recording accruals and assisting with annual independent audit.
Document processes (desk procedures).
Crosstrain with departmental staff on all primary functions.
Other duties may be assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.