Accountant, Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Execute accounting tasks for chapters utilizing Shared Financial Services (SFS) to guarantee financial records are maintained accurately and promptly.

• Assist chapters in their accounting functions using SFS.

• Commit donation batches to Salesforce and post entries to the NetSuite general ledger.

• Examine check requests for appropriate coding and approvals.

• Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations for review.

• Record journal entries for monthly financial transactions.

• Create financial reporting packages, including monthly variance reports.

• Analyze, research, and review data.

• Address inquiries from chapter staff.

• Aid in collecting information and documents for the annual audit process.

• Support the preparation of chapter audit workbooks.

• Assist with custom reporting and queries in NetSuite and/or Excel.

• Foster and maintain relationships with chapters.

• Provide assistance to Support Team Staff.

• Carry out other assigned job-related responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; employment visas or other immigration sponsorship will not be provided.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience is necessary; experience in accounting and/or financial reporting is preferred.

• Understanding of financial accounting, GAAP, and the preparation of financial statements is essential.

• Familiarity with audit planning processes and procedures is required.

• In-depth knowledge of accounting and information systems applications, preferably within a non-profit setting, is a must.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly with demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with Salesforce and NetSuite is advantageous.

• Working knowledge of nonprofit organizations is strongly preferred.

• Ability to manage sensitive information with a high degree of trust and confidentiality, along with strong business ethics.

• Capability to thrive in a remote working environment.

• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

• May require working outside the traditional Monday–Friday schedule and outside regular business hours.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package effective from day one: Medical, Vision, Dental, Wellness.

• Competitive salary with the potential for annual incentives.

• Options for Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.

• Health Reimbursement Account fully funded by Make-A-Wish America.

• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance coverage.

• Additional Insurance Plans available: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance through Figo.

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% match after one year of service.

• Eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

• The organization will provide a laptop, 24” monitor, and a docking station/adaptor to new hires.

• Competitive PTO starting at 15 days, with enhanced time off for senior roles.

• 10 Sick Days.

• 11 Paid Holidays.

• 2 Volunteer Days after one year of service.

• 2 Personal Days accrued annually.

• Parental Leave.

• Employee Awards and Recognition Programs.

• Opportunities for Individual and Leadership Development.

• Discounts and special offers for theme parks, events, hotels, concerts, and movie tickets.