Staff Accountant
About The Position
DBWPC is a small, mission-driven nonprofit organization committed to being trauma-informed in every aspect of our work. We center girls in all we do and operate from the belief that healing, growth, and leadership emerge when young people are respected as experts of their own lives. Our work is grounded in three core principles: Girls as Experts: We acknowledge each girl as the expert of her life and her relationships. Mutuality: We sit where a girl sits and see what she sees so we both learn and grow together. Lived Experiences: We honor and value each girl’s lived experience, knowledge, culture, ethnicity, and language. We are seeking a thoughtful, detail-oriented Accountant who believes financial stewardship is an essential part of advancing equity and supporting mission-driven work. Position Summary The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing a variety of professional accounting duties, including maintenance of general ledger accounts, preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of bank statements, grant tracking, and financial reporting. This role ensures the organization’s financial practices align with GAAP, strong internal controls, and applicable nonprofit regulations. The ideal candidate understands that strong financial systems are foundational to sustaining trauma-informed, community-centered work.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required)
- Minimum of 2–3 years of accounting experience
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with financial reporting requirements for nonprofit organizations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed values
Nice To Haves
- Nonprofit accounting experience preferred
- Experience with fund accounting and tracking restricted funds preferred
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, including sub-accounts and month-end closing entries
- Monitor, track, and report on restricted and unrestricted funds
- Process accounts payable and receivable; review invoices and expense reports for accuracy and proper authorization
- Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of annual organizational and departmental budgets
- Track grant income and expenditures, ensuring compliance with donor and funding requirements
- Assist with preparation for annual audits, including compilation of schedules, reports, and supporting documentation
- Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
- Support the CFO (Contractor) in cash flow management and financial forecasting
- Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules
- Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws, including preparation of 1099s and support for Form 990 filing
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical financial practices
Benefits
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- A rewarding career that focuses on work life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
