Accountant

Estuario; San Juan (PR); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Estuario is seeking an Accountant in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to join the San Juan Bay Estuary Partnership.

The role supports fund-based accounting, budget management, and grant reporting for a nonprofit organization established within the National Estuary Program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Experience handling funds and grants.

Responsibilities

• Follow federal grant regulations and OMB Circular A-122 and Uniforms Guidance.
• Prepare financial and administrative documents for audits and keep records ready for periodic audits.
• Maintain financial records using QuickBooks and Excel.
• Manage and analyze the budget and advise the Executive Director.
• Submit monthly and quarterly reports to IRS and state agencies in a timely manner.
• Draft EPA reports in coordination with the Executive Director, such as Financial Status Reports.

Skills

Fund-based accounting

GAAP compliance

Budget analysis

Audit support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Financial reporting software

Job description

The San Juan Bay Estuary Partnership (Estuario) is seeking qualified applicants for an Accountant.

The Corporation for the Conservation of the San Juan Bay Estuary is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that operates the San Juan Bay Estuary Partnership, or Estuario. Established in 1994, we are the only tropical and non-continental location within the National Estuary Program (NEP) under Section 320 of the Clean Water Act.

The Estuario operates as a partnership to restore and conserve the waters and associated ecosystems of the San Juan Bay Estuary and its watershed as a sustainable axis of social and economic development. The partnership is a trusted regional science-based organization, supported by engaged stakeholders. Estuario’s work is guided by a master restoration plan known as the Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP) for the San Juan Bay Estuary.

Responsibilities

• Follows and implements all administrative regulations established by the Terms and Conditions of the federal grants.
• Carefully follows all regulations established by OMB Circular A-122 and Uniforms Guidance.
• Prepare all financial and administrative documents ready for single audits as well as state or federal audits. Keeps all records ready and updated for periodic audits.
• Maintains financial records updated using programs such as QuickBooks and Excel.
• Manages and analyzes the budget and advise and meet with the Executive Director regularly to discuss budgetary issues.
• Files monthly and quarterly forms and reports to IRS, local Treasury Department, Labor Department, “Fondo del Seguro del Estado”, and other government agencies in a timely manner.
• Submits to the Executive Director monthly financial statements.
• Effectively communicates with non-fiscal team members and grants coordinators.
• Develops and coordinates payroll actions.
• Advise the Executive Director and other administrative staff on new methods and procedures to improve financial management.
• Assist in the design and implementation of Cost Allocation Plans and Indirect Cost Rates.
• Drafts EPA reports in coordination with the Executive Director, such as Financial Status Reports and Minority and Women in Business Reports.
• Assists in the process of submitting annual Grant Application.
• Reviews contracts to ensure compliance with EPA grant and/or state requirements.
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by Executive Director.
• Preparation of reports required for the different funds.
• Report required from 401K and annual transfer required to the withholding agent.

Required Qualifications (Education and Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field or equivalent. Master’s Degree preferred
• Minimum experience in handling funds

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge and understanding of the Estuario and its mission
• Strong experience with fund-based accounting and GAAP rules and regulations surrounding public accounting
• High degree of adaptability
• Provide their own personal computer and transportation.

Start Date

expected October 2026

Sources of funding

Source of funding: EPA Grant #CE99206930 (pending EPA approval), State Revolving Funds, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), Fondo Especial

The Corporation for the Conservation of the San Juan Bay Estuary is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that operates the San Juan Bay Estuary Partnership. The Corporation for the Conservation of the SJBE provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or genetics. MBE/WBE and other certified minorities and small businesses are encouraged to apply.