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Staff Accountant

Helpline Youth Counseling has an immediate opening for a Staff Accountant who will serve as an accounting generalist and will be an important member of the Finance Department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare journal entries.
• Enter financial data into the general ledger such as accruals, deferrals, and reclassification entries.
• Perform account analysis, ensure balances are correct, and assist with adjustments.
• Reconcile accounts with the general ledger.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing.
• Prepare monthly donations report.
• Track restricted grants expenses.
• Provide support as backup for Accounts Payable.
• Assist with monthly billing to funders.
• Gather supporting documentation.
• Maintain accounting records in a neat and orderly manner including electronic records.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Non-for-profit accounting experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Knowledge of cost allocations.
• Experience in fund accounting with multiple funding sources is preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a team and self-motivated.
• Must be able to multi-task and work in a fast paced/high volume environment.
• Successfully pass a TB screening test.
• Successfully pass a criminal background check.