Staff Accountant

Homeowner’s Rehab•Cambridge, MA

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant, reporting to the Controller, will process accounting transactions and financial reporting for our three 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. This position involves a diverse range of accounting responsibilities encompassing accounts receivable, cash disbursements, cash management, banking, and month-end closing procedures. As a valued member of our dynamic and fast-paced team, you will play an essential role in enhancing our financial proficiency to a high level of efficiency. HRI staff currently work a hybrid schedule with 3 days on site (in-office). Particular schedule will be coordinated upon hiring and flexibility is necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; Accounting or Finance focus highly preferred.
1+ years of experience in Accounting is highly preferred.
Demonstrated understanding of statements of activities and financial position, ability to reconcile balance sheet accounts consistently and accurately, knowledge of the accounting cycle, efficient and accurate entry of accounting transactions into the general ledger.
Experience in bank reconciliation, payroll processing (experience with ADP preferred), and General Ledger, and Journal entry experience are all required.
Proficiency with Adobe Pro, Excel (pivot tables, lookups) as well as accounting software (QuickBooks online, Blackbaud Financial Edge a plus).
Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong work ethic and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and team members.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task effectively, prioritize workload and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A commitment to HRI's mission.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a non-profit environment is a plus, but NOT required.

Responsibilities

Manages cash disbursement process, including recording, tracking, and coordinating payment on invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper authorization.
Independently manages the bi-weekly Accounts Payable and payroll cycle, ensuring accurate processing, recording and timely payments.
Prepares monthly cost reimbursable contract billings, invoices for management and other fees charged to related party entities.
Deposits, manages, tracks, and records all cash activity and records real-time to the general ledger.
Monitor and evaluate AR payment activity and loan receivable balances, identifying discrepancies and taking appropriate corrective action.
Serves as a key contributor to the annual audit process, independently gathering and organizing supporting documentation and schedules related to AR, AP, and payroll.
Administers and executes all monthly/quarterly internal transactions reconciliation between related party entities.
Responsible for annual 1099 planning, preparation and submission of filings.
Maintain integrity of financial records through active participation and adherence to accounting and finance document retention and destruction policies.
Performs other duties as assigned, consistent with the level of expertise and judgment required of this role.
Attends periodic staff meetings and training sessions.
Comply with proper paperwork procedures, prompt follow-up communications and departmental policies.
Adheres to Company values and principles.