Staff Accountant

Position Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining the financial record systems and provides auditing services, recordkeeping services and financial statements to the organization’s management team. 

Principal Responsibilities

• Maintains general accounting system of the Foundation, and QuickBooks for related nonprofit entities under the direction of the Financial Officer.
• Prepares bank deposits.
• Assists with accounts receivable through regular review of contribution reports and their match with bank deposits.
• Maintains accurate and timely accounts payable records.
• Assists in data entry.
• Maintains Foundation’s checking account in an accurate and timely manner.
• Conducts general ledger account reconciliations and investigates discrepancies.
• Assists in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, or annual reports for agency funds.
• Provides research, as needed, on contributions and grant records.
• Assists with preparation of year-end closing, annual audit, and preparation of all nonprofits 990 tax returns.
• Prepares computerized spreadsheets, models, graphics, and reports as needed.
• Participates in other projects and activities as assigned.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree with emphasis in finance, accounting or related field is required. 

Proficient in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Has excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Acts with discretion and confidentiality. Has the ability to perform responsibilities which involve independent judgment, initiative, and oversight and the ability to prioritize workload and manage deadlines. Is flexible, forward-thinking, and independent.

Experience with nonprofit accounting or community foundation accounting a plus.

Benefits offered by the Springfield Foundation to employees include medical, life and disability coverage, paid time off (paid holidays, vacation, sick leave), 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and parking.