Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Accountant

Vera House, Inc. is a human service agency that provides unconditional care for individuals and families through comprehensive domestic and sexual violence prevention and intervention services. We believe in collectively serving members of the community and creating an environment of accountability for our services. We strive to provide our employees with flexible schedules, when possible, a level of autonomy to complete their work, and a culture of belonging. We strive to interrupt the norms that cause harm and perpetuate oppression.

POSITION SUMMARY:

In this role, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for participating in full-cycle A/P, A/R, posting/reviewing of the GL, managing monthly credit card statements, and other general accounting, as well as assisting the Finance Department with the preparation of the annual budget and year-end audit as needed. Job responsibilities include processing invoices & maintaining accounts payable and receivable records.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, staff credit cards.
• Support the monthly closing process.
• Assist with annual audits, including researching, compiling and verifying required documents.
• Complete 1099-Misc and other tax forms seasonally.
• Manage in-kind donations and track transit pass program distribution.
• Recommend ways to reduce costs and enhance revenue.
• Provide general accounting support and work on special projects as needed.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, with a minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and managing files and records, and other office procedures and processes.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and financial accounting systems.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Highly organized and detail orientated.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; adaptability to demanding situations and working well under pressure.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, plan and organize work.
• Must be skilled in handling sensitive and confidential situations/information with responsibility for maintaining trust.
• Proven ability to demonstrate a highly professional demeanor; ability to work successfully with a wide variety of constituents including donors, and professional consultants.
• Experienced with balancing multiple assignments and following standard procedures to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Ability to manage projects from implementation to execution.

SALARY RANGE:

$25.00-$27.00 per hour/non-exempt

Vera House provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.