Staff Accountant

Partners for HOME•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We need a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to help manage our financial records, assist with project accounting, and support compliance with grant funding. This is a hybrid position, with a mix of remote work and in-office collaboration at our Atlanta office. The role reports to the Director and works closely with the Senior Accounting Manager and CFO, as well as the Grants Management Accountant. If you’re passionate about numbers, nonprofit work, and making a difference, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
2-4 years of experience in nonprofit accounting (or similar).
Solid knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial principles.
Comfortable using QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar accounting software.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
A team player who can also work independently when needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with grant accounting is a plus!

Responsibilities

Keep the general ledger accurate and up to date.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing.
Prepare and post journal entries related to project expenses, grants, and payroll.
Help create monthly financial reports for internal teams and funders.
Process vendor invoices, landlord payments, and service provider reimbursements.
Make sure expenses are properly coded to grants and funding sources.
Keep financial records organized and audit-ready.
Reconcile accounts payable transactions and fix any discrepancies.
Prepare and submit invoices for funding reimbursements and other receivables.
Track incoming payments and follow up on outstanding balances.
Work with funders and partners to resolve payment discrepancies.
Reconcile accounts receivable transactions to ensure accuracy.
Work with the Grants Management Accountant to track grant funding and prepare reports.
Prepare and submit reimbursement requests for projects, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with funding requirements.
Collect and organize backup documentation for grant reimbursements and audits.
Help monitor restricted and unrestricted funds to make sure we’re staying compliant.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations to keep everything accurate.
Reconcile project-related accounts, like prepaid expenses and deferred revenue.
Work with the Director to resolve any discrepancies.
Handle booking payroll entries into the general ledger every month.
Keep financial records organized for audits and funder reviews.
Make sure all transactions are properly documented for compliance.
Help strengthen internal controls and best practices for financial management.