Staff Accountant

Overview

This role involves managing day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy of financial records for a conservation-focused organization. The Staff Accountant will independently handle general ledger activities, full-cycle accounts payable, payroll processing, bank and cash management, reconciliations, month-end close processes, and assist with financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries; maintain accurate general ledger accounts
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Assist with bank and credit card reconciliations
• Review and process employee expense reports and reimbursements using accounting software
• Manage full-cycle accounts payable including invoice review, vendor communication, payment processing (ACH, wire, bill pay, vendor portals), and payment application
• Manage daily bank transactions, perform general ledger versus bank reconciliations, and prepare daily cash and accounts payable projection reports for senior leadership
• Review and approve general ledger coding in payroll systems; perform credit card and expense reconciliations; manage statement imports and matching
• Process bi-weekly payroll, reconcile payroll systems, resolve discrepancies, manage payroll accounts payable invoices, perform salary accrual reconciliation, and handle employee onboarding/offboarding updates
• Analyze financial data and investigate variances
• Maintain supporting documentation for all accounting transactions
• Assist in preparation of financial statements and internal reports
• Support audit requests and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Help improve accounting processes and support automation initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as Programs, HR, Operations, and Financial Planning & Analysis
• Provide junior accounting support as needed to ensure full departmental coverage

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience including accounts payable, payroll, and reconciliations
• Strong understanding of GAAP and basic accounting principles
• Experience with accounting systems such as Deltek, NetSuite, SAP, or similar ERP platforms
• Proficient in Excel and comfortable working with accounting and payroll systems (e.g., Rippling or similar platforms)
• Ability to own all month-end close deadlines, including journal entries, full balance sheet reconciliations, and payroll close processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fully remote environment
• Coursework or training in nonprofit accounting principles
• Familiarity with 1099 compliance and nonprofit revenue classification
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with responsiveness in a remote work setting
• High attention to detail and ability to meet recurring deadlines accurately
• Comfortable working with cloud-based accounting tools and reporting platforms

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $68,000 - $72,000 USD per year
• Competitive and comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Health care coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
  • 401(k) plan with 6% employer match
  • Parental leave
  • Accrued sick and vacation time
  • Floating holidays
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Additional benefits supporting life and workplace well-being

Location

• Remote (United States)