Accountant

Young Mens Christian Association of Northwest Nort; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Northwest North Carolina is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to support general accounting functions under the direction of the Controller. The role includes AP/AR processing, cash receipts, and fixed asset accounting.

Responsibilities also cover journal entries, vendor management, GL review, and assisting with the annual audit. An Associate degree is required, with 1–2 years of accounting experience preferred, and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in business/finance/accounting or equivalent required (minimum).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2 years accounting experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls.
• Proficiency with multiple financial systems and data exports.

Responsibilities

• Export financial data from source systems into the accounting system on a weekly basis.
• Research account issues and prepare journal entries as needed.
• Manage accounts payable vendor setup and maintenance; ensure 1099 status is correct.
• Enter cash receipts and assist with bank deposits and collections as needed.
• Maintain fixed asset records and perform depreciation and reclassifications.
• Support monthly close and the annual audit process.

Education

Associates degree in business/finance/accounting or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot tables

VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP

Power Query

Job description

Description

Job Summary

This position supports the work of the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Under the direction of the Controller, this position is responsible for general accounting functions, including accounts payable vendor management, accounts receivable and cash receipts processing, and fixed asset accounting.

Essential Functions

Export financial data and transactions from source systems, including but not limited to Camp Brain, Daxko, Raiser’s Edge NXT, and Ramp into SGA, the accounting system, on a weekly basis. Research account issues, evaluate data to determine appropriate revenue recognition and/or accounting period, and prepare journal entries as needed.

Supports Accounts Payable by:

• Serve as main contact for accounts payable vendor setup and maintenance.
• Communicate with and follow-up with vendors to ensure tax documentation, banking details, and payment terms have been collected and entered accurately
• into the AP system.
• Ensure 1099 status is correct.
• Assist with setting up and maintaining information in online vendor portals.
• Serve as a backup for processing workflows to the Accounts Payable Specialist.
• Supports Accounts Receivable / Cash Receipts by:
• Enter cash receipts processed outside of DAXKO into SGA.
• Review and make bank deposits at local branches.
• Support collections as needed.
• Supports Fixed Assets by:
• Review general ledger detail and supporting documentation to determine appropriate capitalization treatment in accordance with the Association’s policy.
• Maintain fixed asset records in the accounting system, including additions, disposals, and transfers.
• Prepare and process journal entries for reclassifications, asset clearing, depreciation, and construction-in-progress.
• Maintain Association vehicle list and ensure annual inspections and registration renewals are completed on time.
• Manage the escheat process, including reconciling and resolving outstanding member credit balances in Daxko.
• Prepare correcting journal entries upon request.
• Complete assigned reconciliations and entries as part of the monthly financial closing process.
• Assist with the annual audit process.
• Support Member Services and Assistant Controller as needed.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Associates degree in business/finance/accounting or equivalent from a 2-year college or technical school (minimum). Bachelor’s degree preferred. One to two years of accounting experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and finance/accountingspecific software applications.
• Strong working knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft required, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and formula-based reconciliations, to manage data exported from multiple financial systems. Experience with Power Query preferred, particularly for combining and cleaning data from multiple source systems.
• Detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment within an open work space environment.
• Strong customer service skills when working with members and internal stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Deep understanding of commitment to and ability to communicate the YMCA mission

Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting

At our Association, safeguarding children is everyone's responsibility, regardless of role or position. All employees are strictly required to maintain awareness of our abuse prevention and reporting policies. You must take immediate, appropriate action in accordance with our protocols and legal mandates if any standard of safety is compromised or if abuse is suspected.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment-related decisions are based on job-related qualifications, merit, business needs, and other lawful criteria.

Mission:

“Helping all people reach their God-given potential in spirit, mind, and body.”