Staff Accountant

About this role

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE

Staff Accountant (Remote)

DATE

March 18, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant (SA) maintains accurate financial records, prepares journal entries, and reconciles accounts to support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings. The SA manages daily financial and accounting tasks, including accounts payable/receivable, and ensures the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of accounting records in compliance with regulations. The SA performs job duties according to the agency's mission, vision, and philosophy.

REPORTS TO

Director of Finance

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, or business administration

Up to two (2) years of experience in accounting.

Familiarity with commonly used accounting and spreadsheet applications

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Experience working with business accounting software, including Sage Intacct and QuickBooks

Eligibility to obtain the CPA within three (3) years of employment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains the general ledger and all related accounts with proper documentation and records of all company transactions; reviews entries to the general and subsidiary ledgers to ensure accuracy and compliance with the company’s and generally accepted accounting principles; controls all changes to the chart of accounts. Responsible for monthly and year-end closing of the general ledger, including preparation of journal entries.

Responsible for maintaining computerized accounting systems, backup control, assisting other accounting staff with questions, and preparing computer-generated reports and statements.

Administers preparation of interim, year-end, and comparative financial reports; performs and provides analysis of current results to prior periods and/or budget. Prepares required government reports as directed by the controller and responds to inquiries as necessary.

Stays current with accounting developments, best practices, and developing...