Staff Accountant

Planned Parenthood Southeast, Inc.•Atlanta, GA

7d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant performs transactional accounting that supports the month-end close, including cash receipt posting, invoice intake, journal entry preparation, and assigned reconciliations. The position works under the direction and review of the Senior Accountant. It is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with a hybrid/onsite workplace description, and pays $65,000–$75,000. The role is classified as exempt. The Staff Accountant supports cash receipts, accounts payable, fixed assets, general ledger activities, and monthly close. The position also assists with audits and payroll accounting, maintains financial records in accordance with organizational policies and internal controls, and resolves or escalates accounting discrepancies. The role requires occasional travel between centers in Metro Atlanta and may require flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. The position requires English; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. The employee is expected to maintain a professional demeanor, be reliable and trustworthy, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate commitment to Planned Parenthood’s mission and goals. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Two to three years of accounting experience, including cash receipts, journal entries, or accounts payable.
Knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles and bookkeeping procedures.
Proficiency in Excel and relevant accounting software.
Accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet recurring deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively with multiple audiences; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as a team member, prioritize and manage numerous projects simultaneously, and work with little direct supervision.
Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.
Ability and willingness to travel within Metro Atlanta and between centers as needed.
Reliable transportation for onsite and off-site work.
If using a personal vehicle for work, a valid Georgia driver’s license and current auto insurance meeting the minimum requirements of the Georgia vehicle code are required.
English language proficiency is required.
Ability to perform the physical functions identified for the role, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; equivalent accounting experience is also accepted.
Experience with MIP or Microix, or willingness to learn.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Process cash receipts and post them accurately and promptly to the general ledger.
Review daily receipt logs for discrepancies and coordinate with health centers and other departments to resolve them.
Support recording donation and grant receipts as directed by the Senior Accountant and Finance & Systems Analyst.
Enter new grant information into Euna/Amplifund, the grants management system.
Receive incoming invoices and create them in Microix for review before entry into the accounting system.
Serve as backup to the Senior Staff Accountant (AP) for invoice processing.
Assist with vendor setup by obtaining and organizing required documentation, including IRS Form W-9, direct deposit forms, and executed contracts.
Prepare the annual 1099 vendor review and reporting for the Senior Accountant’s review.
Perform quarterly escheatment processing, including stale-dated checks, due diligence, and state unclaimed-property filings, for the Senior Accountant’s review.
Coordinate with department heads and the Senior Staff Accountant (AP) to obtain fixed-asset documentation, such as serial numbers, cost, and in-service dates, in support of the fixed-asset subledger maintained by the Senior Accountant.
Prepare routine journal entries and assigned account reconciliations for the Senior Accountant’s review.
Assist with monthly close activities and preparation of supporting schedules.
Assist with audit preparation by gathering documentation and preparing assigned schedules.
Support payroll accounting activities as directed, including preparing the payroll clearing account reconciliation for the Senior Accountant’s review.
Resolve accounting discrepancies within assigned areas and escalate unresolved items.
Maintain financial records in compliance with organizational policies and internal controls.
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership or the Senior Accountant.
Maintain a professional demeanor, reliability, trustworthiness, and confidentiality, and demonstrate commitment to Planned Parenthood’s mission and goals.