STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies•Sheridan, WY

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant performs accounting and analytical responsibilities in the Volunteers of America Northern Rockies Finance Department, including general accounting, grant accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, compliance, audit preparation and support, and financial analysis and decision support. The position works closely with the Controller and other finance team members and supports accounting, budgeting, auditing, and compliance functions. The role maintains accurate financial records and reporting, supports internal controls and regulatory and contractual requirements, and serves as a resource to organizational leaders and employees on program financial matters. It also supports monthly accounting quality assurance, audit readiness, and timely completion of reporting requirements.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree and two to three years of accounting experience, or eight to ten years of accounting experience, or a similar combination of education and experience.
Competency and proficiency with finance department software systems.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise proper discretion.
Solutions-based consultation skills.
Effective communication skills.
Accounting, contract, and grant comprehension.
Relationship management skills.
Demonstrated behaviors aligned with servant leadership and the organization's cultural values.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
Five to eight years of accounting, grant, compliance, and accounting experience.

Responsibilities

Reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts, including cash and loan accounts, prepaid accounts, and fixed assets.
Maintain proficiency in finance department software, including Sage Intacct, Paycom, Ramp, and QuickBooks.
Oversee and administer the Ramp credit card platform.
Follow internal control protocols, regulatory requirements, organizational policies, and grantor or donor contract requirements.
Analyze daily banking transactions and assist with fraud prevention.
Create and maintain financial dashboards in Sage Intacct for organizational department leads.
Compile documentation and schedules supporting general ledger expense allocations across departments and project codes for audits, donors, and contracts.
Ensure accurate general ledger coding and allocation activity in accordance with grant, contract, budget, organizational policy, and GAAP requirements.
Ensure staff compensation and benefit allocation percentages align with grant and budget specifications.
Prepare labor distribution reports to support department and grant spending activity.
Monitor for inappropriate expenditures or security threats and promptly inform the Controller and CFO of concerns.
Monitor aged receivables and payables reports to support timely reimbursement and payment.
Provide backup support in areas including cash receipts, grant administration, and accounts payable.
Stay current on regulatory and other requirements relevant to areas of service.
Perform accounting and clerical functions in accordance with GAAP and FASB requirements.
Collaborate with and advise organizational leaders and employees on program financial matters.
Perform quality assurance during each monthly accounting cycle to ensure accounting activity is accurate.
Meet reporting deadlines and maintain audit-ready records.
Support the Controller and other accounting staff during audits and monitoring visits.
Maintain records in accordance with retention requirements.
Mentor other positions in the organization as needed.