Staff Accountant
About The Position
The Staff Accountant provides oversight of the general ledger and grant management support to meet the organization’s reporting requirements. The role manages financial requirements and monitors financial reporting accurately. It requires strict confidentiality and sound judgment in safeguarding company records and working with grantors, grantees, and Health Federation staff. This is a full-time position based at the Main HQ Center City in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; flexible office schedule options are available with supervisor approval. Occasional travel to off-site locations is required. The work environment is a standard office setting, with extended periods at a workstation and periodic use of office equipment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- At least 2 years of general ledger and accounting experience.
- Knowledge of federal grant compliance and requirements.
- Attention to detail and ability to work with a team.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
- Self-starter with the ability to meet required deadlines.
- Ability to transport materials and occasionally move equipment or supplies weighing up to 30 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with nonprofit accounting.
- Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge software.
Responsibilities
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and general accounting functions.
- Post cash receipts and disbursements.
- Prepare reconciliations of revenue and expenses for assigned programs, grants, and funding sources.
- Investigate and resolve accounts receivable discrepancies, unapplied payments, and other reconciliation items.
- Maintain deferred revenue schedules and prepare related journal entries, ensuring revenue is recognized in the appropriate accounting period.
- Provide support for the month-end close process.
- Reconcile the purchasing department’s monthly activity to the general ledger.
- Maintain and prepare audit support schedules.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical coverage with vision benefits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with a company contribution
- Paid time off including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
