Junior Accountant
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JOB TITLE: Junior Accountant REPORTS TO: Controller DEPARTMENT: Finance & Administration HOURS: 40 Hours FLSA STATUS: Exempt SALARY: $55K - $75K POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Accountant position provides general support to the Controller within the Finance Department. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Transactional Accounting • Enter and process vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and credit card transactions in QuickBooks Online (QBO). • Prepare and process weekly check runs and ACH/wire payments. • Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on outstanding balances. • Assist with recording payroll journal entries and benefits allocations. • Support grant voucher preparation and submissions under state and federal guidelines. Month-End Close & Reporting Support • Reconcile bank and credit card accounts monthly. • Prepare supporting schedules for balance sheet accounts (AP, AR, prepaid, accrued expenses). • Assist in ensuring accuracy of data posted in the general ledger. • Help compile documentation for audits and grant reporting. Systems & Technology • Maintain organized electronic files and ensure proper documentation in accounting systems. • Support the integration of expense management and AP automation tools (e.g., Bill.com, Expensify, Concur). • Assist in testing and documenting workflows as systems are upgraded or automated. • Use Excel/Google Sheets to build reconciliations, trackers, and basic dashboards. Process Improvement • Identify inefficiencies in manual processes and suggest small improvements. • Document step-by-step accounting procedures for consistency and training purposes. • Partner with the Senior Accountant to adopt new technology and transition away from spreadsheets where possible. Collaboration • Work cross-departmentally with Operations, Development, and Programs to collect documentation and resolve coding questions. • Provide responsive support to staff on expense reimbursement, vendor setup, and payment inquiries. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience. • 1-2 years of relevant accounting or finance experience (internships, nonprofit, or business office experience preferred). • Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Excel (pivot tables, lookups), and Google Workspace. • Familiarity with AP automation tools, expense reporting systems, or Salesforce is required • Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow within a modernizing finance function. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: • This job has no supervisory responsibilities.