Staff Accountant

Hacienda CDC•Portland, OR

1d•$59,330 - $69,330•Hybrid

About The Position

Hacienda Community Development Corporation (Hacienda CDC) is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support its Finance & Accounting team. The role focuses on managing the full accounts payable cycle, processing weekly payment batches, reconciling general ledger accounts, and helping staff throughout the organization follow accounts payable processes. The position is full-time and exempt. It is based at Hacienda CDC’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon, and becomes hybrid after a 90-day introductory period. The successful candidate will be organized, accurate, and knowledgeable about accounts payable, general ledger reconciliation, and nonprofit or fund accounting. They will work collaboratively, communicate financial processes clearly to non-finance colleagues, and demonstrate interest in community development and serving low-to-moderate-income communities. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, though an equivalent combination of education and accounting experience will be considered. The stated salary range is $59,330–$64,330 per year, depending on experience.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in public accounting or private industry.
Full knowledge of the accounts payable cycle.
Prior experience using Abila MIP Fund Accounting and Microix, or similar software.
Advanced proficiency in Excel.
Understanding of government accounting standards and chart of accounts maintenance.
Detail-oriented approach and a track record of accurate invoice processing, coding, and reconciliation while managing high transaction volume.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and consistently meet deadlines.
Ability to explain financial processes to non-finance staff in a helpful, approachable manner.
Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion and integrity.
Genuine interest in community development and working with low-to-moderate-income communities.
Bachelor’s degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and accounting experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
Experience with an organization that has multiple operating entities or divisions.
Nonprofit accounting experience.
Background in grant and/or fund accounting.
Ability to speak, write, and understand Spanish.

Responsibilities

Process accounts payable and credit card activity, coordinating with cardholders and department approvers for timely coding and approval.
Process weekly payment batches, including checks, ACH payments, and wires, and coordinate review and signatures with check signers.
Maintain appropriate controls for secure check handling.
Train and support employees on accounts payable procedures and documentation.
Communicate with vendors to resolve accounts-payable-related issues.
Process and file vendor 1099 and 1096 forms annually.
Review accounts payable activity and coding to ensure costs are tracked correctly across programs and operating activities.
Reconcile general ledger accounts and assist with the monthly close.
Assist with preparing documents for the annual audit.

Benefits

Medical insurance with HMO, PPO, and HDHP options; Hacienda covers 90% of employee-only premiums and 70% of family premiums.
Vision insurance.
Dental insurance, including PPO and HMO/orthodontia options; Hacienda covers 100% of dental premiums.
Paid time off: 3.6 weeks for 0–2 years of service, 4.6 weeks for 3–4 years, and 5.6 weeks for 5–9 years.
10 paid holidays per year.
401(k) plan with a 2% company match.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Health Spending Account (HSA).
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Professional development.
Company-provided cell phone and laptop.
Long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.