Staff Accountant (Remote)

Overview

A national organization dedicated to supporting children with autism and special needs is seeking a Staff Accountant. This role focuses on managing day-to-day transactional accounting activities, supporting month-end close processes, and ensuring accurate financial reporting to contribute to the organization's financial success. The position involves preparing and analyzing journal entries, reconciling accounts, managing revenue and cash receipts, and continuously improving accounting processes and controls.

This is a full-time remote position open to all time zones, with a preference for candidates residing in Eastern or Central Time Zones. The starting salary is $70,000 annually, with flexibility based on experience, education, and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Support senior accounting staff and the accounting team with daily operations by coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure proper accounting treatment
• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations and analyses as assigned
• Enter journal entries and reconcile the general ledger and subledgers
• Prepare and reconcile bank transactions, payroll, intercompany accounts, expense reimbursements, accounts payable/accruals, and fixed assets
• Investigate discrepancies and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports
• Apply revenue recognition techniques during monthly close processes
• Participate in enhancing internal controls, policies, procedures, and documentation
• Assist with periodic and annual audits
• Support preparation of personal property tax returns, business license fees, and census reporting
• Work effectively under tight deadlines within a team environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business; CPA certification is a plus
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is required
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and inquisitive mindset
• Demonstrated ability to meet monthly closing and project deadlines
• Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency and accountability
• Willingness to take on increasing responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mergers and acquisitions
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics (Great Plains) accounting software

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary starting at $70,000 annually, flexible based on qualifications
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) plan, personal time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement

Location

• Remote position open to all time zones
• Preference for candidates located in Eastern or Central Time Zones