Staff Accountant

CALVARY CHAPEL OF COSTA MESA • Santa Ana, CA

15d • $54,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa (CCCM) is seeking a faithful and dedicated Staff Accountant to support its ministry by managing financial responsibilities and helping ensure resources are stewarded wisely. CCCM describes itself as a Jesus Formed Community on Mission, living out discipleship through community, formation, and mission.

The Staff Accountant records, reconciles, and reports financial transactions in a nonprofit environment, helping ensure accurate financial records, donor stewardship, and compliance with internal policies and applicable nonprofit accounting standards. The role supports month-end close, maintains donor-restricted and unrestricted funds, and helps strengthen accounting controls, fund tracking, and financial reporting. The position works with various departments in support of CCCM’s mission and vision. The ideal candidate will support and pray for the ministry and have a strong relationship with Jesus Christ.

This is a full-time, day-shift position based in Santa Ana, California. The stated salary range is $54,000–$70,000, although the posting labels the range as hourly.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Two or more years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Understanding of nonprofit accounting concepts.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial data.
• Ability to analyze transactions and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working across finance, development, and program teams.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet analysis and financial reporting.
• Commitment to accountability, stewardship, and mission-driven financial management.
• Ability to meet the physical demands described, including lifting up to 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, including fund accounting, net assets, donor restrictions, and grant tracking.
• Experience with general ledger reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with revenue and expense recognition principles.
• Experience with a nonprofit accounting system.

Responsibilities

• Agree with and live out the vision and values of CCCM as outlined in its Statement of Faith.
• Be an example to those encountered and served by exuding the love of Christ.
• Embrace the biblical, Christ-like standards of conduct and lifestyle expected of CCCM staff, both publicly and personally.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial entries.
• Track restricted funds and monitor releases from restriction according to timing or purpose requirements.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities related to revenue, missionary grant activity, and account reconciliations.
• Support annual audit and compliance reporting by organizing documentation and providing schedules related to certain transaction classifications.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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