Staff Accountant (44014)

Goodwill Gulf Coast•Mobile, AL

36d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Position: Staff Accountant Department: Administration/Accounting Supervised By: Director of Accounting Supervises: N/A Status: Full-time, Exempt Date Written: 03/2026 Mission Contribution: Providing exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders by ensuring accurate and timely reporting of accounting data while maintaining highest ethical standards. Function: To provide, review and report general accounting functions and review daily financial activities related to all departments. Essential Functions: Review and provide backup support for the daily posting of sales transactions, including cash receipts and accounts receivable deposits; investigate and report discrepancies to management. Review and monitor the daily workflow, tasks, and transactions performed by Accounting Clerks to ensure accuracy and timeliness. Review, monitor, and assist with the accounts payable process to ensure proper documentation, coding, and timely payment of invoices. Maintain vendor records, including W-9 forms and EFT/ACH banking information, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies. Monitor daily cash balances and assist with cash management activities as needed. Prepare detailed supporting spreadsheets for large or complex invoices requiring allocation to multiple departments. Prepare and review accounting activities, reports, and financial data related to various agency programs. Review, prepare, and process accounts receivable transactions as assigned. Oversee accounts receivable aging and actively manage outstanding balances in the 60–90 day categories, providing monthly status updates and explanations. Collaborate with Directors and Assistant Vice Presidents to review and resolve outstanding accounts receivable balances. Prepare and provide parent billing and related reports for the Child Development Center and Day Program as needed. Maintain supporting spreadsheets and perform monthly reviews and reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts. Monitor and reconcile the general office petty cash fund, including controlling disbursements and reimbursements. Prepare and file sales tax returns and address sales tax compliance matters. Prepare monthly lease invoices and record related lease accounting journal entries. Perform monthly bank reconciliations for all bank accounts and prepare associated journal entries. Manage new goods inventory accounting and related transactions. Track and maintain salvage inventory records and review related accounts receivable balances. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Recycling Center. Prepare and post journal entries for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities across various departments. Conduct detailed monthly reviews of assigned general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and proper classification of transactions. Assist accounting management in the preparation of the annual operating budget. Prepare supporting schedules, documentation, and analysis required for the annual financial audit and assist in responding to auditor requests. Coordinate cash management and accounting procedures for special events and fundraising activities to ensure accurate financial tracking. Ensure compliance with internal control procedures, accounting standards, and agency financial policies. Follow established safety procedures and personnel policies and promote compliance within the accounting team. Maintain regular and reliable attendance in accordance with organizational attendance policies. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Demonstrates initiative and accountability in completing job responsibilities and meeting deadlines.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with employees, management, vendors, and the public.
Ability to represent and promote the mission and services of Goodwill Gulf Coast in a positive and professional manner.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Working knowledge of accounting office operations, including accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
General understanding of accounting principles and accounting department functions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to follow up effectively on outstanding items.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and experience with Adobe editing tools.
Experience working with accounting software systems and financial databases.
Proficiency in using standard office equipment, including computers, calculators, and copiers; ability to accurately input and process numerical and written data.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding personnel, client/trainee, payroll, financial, and agency information.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating clearly in English.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and management.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage occasional work-related stress.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, or hours exceeding 40 per week as required.
Valid driver’s license with at least three years of driving experience, current automobile liability insurance, and the ability to be insured under the agency’s insurance policy.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Demonstrates professionalism and serves as a positive role model for employees through conduct and performance
Bachelor's degree in accounting with a minimum of two years accounting experience or substituted for a minimum of five years of full service accounting work experience and knowledge with a high school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products, including Excel and Outlook.
Must be able to use hands, fingers and wrists, repetitively while using computer keyboard.
Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Ability to engage in bending, stretching, twisting and stooping.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a non-profit environment is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Review and provide backup support for the daily posting of sales transactions, including cash receipts and accounts receivable deposits; investigate and report discrepancies to management.
Review and monitor the daily workflow, tasks, and transactions performed by Accounting Clerks to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
Review, monitor, and assist with the accounts payable process to ensure proper documentation, coding, and timely payment of invoices.
Maintain vendor records, including W-9 forms and EFT/ACH banking information, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.
Monitor daily cash balances and assist with cash management activities as needed.
Prepare detailed supporting spreadsheets for large or complex invoices requiring allocation to multiple departments.
Prepare and review accounting activities, reports, and financial data related to various agency programs.
Review, prepare, and process accounts receivable transactions as assigned.
Oversee accounts receivable aging and actively manage outstanding balances in the 60–90 day categories, providing monthly status updates and explanations.
Collaborate with Directors and Assistant Vice Presidents to review and resolve outstanding accounts receivable balances.
Prepare and provide parent billing and related reports for the Child Development Center and Day Program as needed.
Maintain supporting spreadsheets and perform monthly reviews and reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts.
Monitor and reconcile the general office petty cash fund, including controlling disbursements and reimbursements.
Prepare and file sales tax returns and address sales tax compliance matters.
Prepare monthly lease invoices and record related lease accounting journal entries.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations for all bank accounts and prepare associated journal entries.
Manage new goods inventory accounting and related transactions.
Track and maintain salvage inventory records and review related accounts receivable balances.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Recycling Center.
Prepare and post journal entries for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities across various departments.
Conduct detailed monthly reviews of assigned general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and proper classification of transactions.
Assist accounting management in the preparation of the annual operating budget.
Prepare supporting schedules, documentation, and analysis required for the annual financial audit and assist in responding to auditor requests.
Coordinate cash management and accounting procedures for special events and fundraising activities to ensure accurate financial tracking.
Ensure compliance with internal control procedures, accounting standards, and agency financial policies.
Follow established safety procedures and personnel policies and promote compliance within the accounting team.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance in accordance with organizational attendance policies.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.