Staff Accountant

SHALOM AUSTIN • Austin, TX

3d • $55,000 - $65,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports core accounting functions, including general ledger management, month-end close, reconciliations, revenue recognition, and audit preparation. This role focuses on ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial data across systems and is cross-trained across multiple areas to support strong internal controls, operational continuity, and team collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience.
• Excellent computer and Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Thorough understanding of accounting processes and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Non-profit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including deferred revenue, prepaids, and related-party accounts.
• Review general ledger activity and investigate variances to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Reconcile revenue recorded in the general ledger reports and operational systems across multiple programs (e.g., Daxko, CampMinder, Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge).
• Partner with the Accounts Receivable Specialist to validate the completeness and accuracy of cash and revenue activity recorded in the general ledger.
• Partner with the Accounts Payable Specialist to validate the completeness and accuracy of cash disbursements and expense activity recorded in the general ledger.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules, including capitalization and depreciation.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Assist with internal financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Support annual budgeting and collaborate with department leaders on submissions.
• Assist with benchmarking and ad hoc financial analysis.
• Document procedures and identify process improvements.
• Support efforts to streamline accounting processes through automation and effective use of technology.
• Cross-train across accounting functions to provide backup support as needed.

Benefits

• FREE membership to the fitness and aquatics center
• Discounts on programs, including personal training
• Regular opportunities for training and continuing education
• Outstanding medical insurance coverage through Cigna (company pays over 80% of the premium cost of the base plan)
• Option to contribute to our 403(b) with company match
• Life and long-term disability insurance (company pays 100% of the cost)
• 18 days of paid time off in the first year
• More than 15 Jewish and Federal holidays
• Up to a 50% discount for children in the early childhood program (as enrollment allows)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexibility in work schedule
• Opportunity to work in a flexible hybrid environment (in-office and remote)
• Opportunity to make a difference in the Central Texas Jewish community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level