Accountant I

E Center; Yuba City (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

E Center in California is seeking an Accountant I/II to join the Fiscal Services team. The role supports monthly reporting, bank reconciliations, payroll data review, and accounts payable, while assisting budget development and financial procedures.

Strong attention to detail and integrity are essential. Candidates should have accounting education or experience, experience with nonprofit funds, and the ability to train staff on procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or related field, or 2+ years’ experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required for Accountant II level.
• Experience with nonprofit fund accounting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly financial reports, income statements and balance sheets.
• Perform bank reconciliations and payroll data checks.
• Process accounts payable and vendor payments.
• Assist with budget development and financial projections.
• Train staff on fiscal procedures and maintain records.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Skills

Fund accounting

Budgeting

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Data entry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Associate degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Position DescriptionPOSITION: ACCOUNTANT I/IIREPORTS TO: FISCAL SERVICES MANAGEMENTFLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPTSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: NONESCHEDULE: FULL-TIMEREVISION DATE: 5/20/2026GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:Under the direct supervision of the Fiscal Services Management participates as a member of the Fiscal Department team in maintaining agency financial operations in and efficient manner.ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:PERFORMANCE INDICATORSAccounting (90%)Utilizing computerized accounting system, primary responsibility is the production of timely and accurate monthly financial reports; including monthly income statements, balance sheets, government reports, etc.; submit reports for approval as instructed.Analyzes asset and liability account balances, keeping accurate back up, and prepare adjustments as necessary.Participates in budget development; loads budget data to accounting system; updates financial projections, monitors expenses, as directed; allocates costs; and maintains files.Performs bank reconciliation.Participates in proofing payroll time entry data.Participates in entry or review Accounts Payable to ensure consistency with policies.Claims and other contract billing.Assists with periodic review and update of fiscal procedures; train program staff as necessary in fiscal procedures.Supports the agency safety program.Other duties as assigned within the scope of position classification.Recordkeeping (10%)Maintain filing system and record keeping, including all necessary back up and adjustments; prepare journal entries, as appropriate to accomplish goals.Other duties as assigned within the scope of position classification.SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:Attends training and informational meetings as directed.Maintains confidentiality with respect to information and records concerning children, families, and staff.Other duties as assigned within the scope of position classification.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Accountant IAssociate Degree in accounting and/ or related field or 2+ years’ experienceState regulations require a physical examination, current tuberculosis test, and verified fingerprint and criminal records clearance before beginning work.Possession of a valid drivers' license; current personal vehicle insurance or safe driving record sufficient to ensure insurability through Agency policy.Accountant IIBachelor’s Degree in accounting and/ or related field.OrAssociate Degree in accounting and/ or related field or 5+ years’ experienceSeveral years of applicable experience highly desired.State regulations require a physical examination, current tuberculosis test, and verified fingerprint and criminal records clearance before beginning work.Possession of a valid drivers' license; current personal vehicle insurance or safe driving record sufficient to ensure insurability through Agency policy.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of parents, employees of the organization, and the general public.Previous experience and familiarity with nonprofit fund accounting and experience in budget development is desirable.Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.Ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles to routine activities.Ability to analyze accounting activity and make routine projections.Ability to understand and use a variety of computer applications and appropriate software, including spreadsheets and word processing; and workplace electronic technology, including internet access, and e-mail.Intermediate personal computer skills including, but not limited to: design and develop databases; computerized presentation/training materials; and advanced graphics design applications, may be necessary.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Accountant IAssociate Degree in accounting and/ or related field or 2+ years’ experienceState regulations require a physical examination, current tuberculosis test, and verified fingerprint and criminal records clearance before beginning work.Possession of a valid drivers' license; current personal vehicle insurance or safe driving record sufficient to ensure insurability through Agency policy.Accountant IIBachelor’s Degree in accounting and/ or related field.OrAssociate Degree in accounting and/ or related field or 5+ years’ experienceSeveral years of applicable experience highly desired.State regulations require a physical examination, current tuberculosis test, and verified fingerprint and criminal records clearance before beginning work.Possession of a valid drivers' license; current personal vehicle insurance or safe driving record sufficient to ensure insurability through Agency policy.