Staff Accountant, Nonprofit

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization and plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and strong internal controls. This position works closely with the Finance team and program leaders and is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a passion for nonprofit work.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close
• Prepare and review monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
• Track and reconcile restricted and unrestricted funds in accordance with donor and grant requirements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Assist with grant reporting and compliance documentation
• Prepare schedules and documentation for annual audit and Form 990
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
• Support continuous improvement of accounting processes and internal controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–5 years of accounting experience; nonprofit experience preferred
• Knowledge of GAAP; familiarity with fund accounting a plus
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar)
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

$65,000 - $85,000 a year

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.