Staff Accountant

Overview

This role reports to the Director of Finance & Accounting within the Finance department. It is a US-based remote position, with a strong preference for candidates located within commutable distance to one of the organization's offices in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Oakland, or Los Angeles. The salary range for this full-time position is $80,600 - $87,100 annually.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Transaction Processing (40%)

• Process accounts payable invoices, expense reports, and payment requests accurately and timely.
• Review invoices and supporting documentation for completeness, coding accuracy, and compliance with organizational policies.
• Assist with weekly payment processing and vendor setup activities.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries related to accounts payable and payment status.
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation in accordance with audit requirements.

General Accounting & Reconciliations (40%)

• Prepare recurring journal entries and supporting schedules.
• Perform assigned balance sheet reconciliations and research routine discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate financial records within the accounting system.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities by completing recurring accounting tasks and preparing related financial reports.
• Assist with audits and other financial reviews by preparing documentation and responding to routine requests.

Financial Operations & Team Support (10%)

• Support ongoing finance operations, process improvement efforts, and special projects as assigned.
• Collaborate with finance team members and cross-functional partners to support efficient financial operations and strong customer service.
• Participate in training and opportunities to build accounting knowledge and professional skills.

Meetings and Other Duties As Assigned (10%)

• Participate in internal and external meetings, training sessions, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Adapt to evolving assignments, projects, and job duties in support of organizational priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant accounting, accounts payable, bookkeeping, or finance experience.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, financial processes, and internal controls.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in transactional and financial work.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to independently manage recurring responsibilities while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive financial information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting or financial systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, research, and resolve routine accounting discrepancies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commitment to the organization's values, mission, and approach to community impact.
• Understanding of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and their role in nonprofit financing.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment, building strong, trust-based relationships across geographies and time zones in a matrixed organization.
• Experience collaborating with dynamic, mission-driven teams.
• Demonstrated learning orientation and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing, and sometimes ambiguous context.
• Experience leveraging online collaboration tools, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $80,600 - $87,100, based on background and relevant experience with consideration for internal equity. Compensation offers are not negotiable.
• Generous benefits package including up to 20 paid holidays/business closure days, 3 floating holidays, flexible time off.
• Group medical insurance with a funded health reimbursement account.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Life insurance and disability plans.
• Retirement plan with a 4% non-elective employer contribution plus up to 2% additional match.
• Work from home fund.
• Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care, and commuter costs.

Location

This is a US-based remote role with a strong preference for candidates within commutable distance to one of the organization's offices located in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Oakland, or Los Angeles. Core business hours require availability from 9 am to 5 pm local time. Occasional travel up to 20% is required.