Temporary Staff Accountant

American Heart Association • Chattanooga, TN

99d

About The Position

Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today's biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us. The American Heart Association is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Part-Time, Temporary Staff Accountant to join our Southeast Region team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization while gaining valuable experience in nonprofit financial operations. Reporting directly to the VP of Business Accounting for the Southeast Region, the Part-Time, Temporary Staff Accountant will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and supporting regional accounting initiatives. The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally. #TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.

Requirements

• Typically requires High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting or relevant work experience.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and FASB standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Nonprofit experience.

Responsibilities

• Support daily accounting operations, including general ledger activities, and assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare weekly market reconciliations and promptly investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation of journal entries in alignment with general ledger close deadlines and region-wide accounting requirements.
• Gain hands-on experience in core financial processes within a nonprofit environment.

Benefits

• Professional Development - You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program.
• HeartU is the Association's national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED