Nonprofit Grant & Reporting Accountant

Access Health Louisiana; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Access Health Louisiana is seeking an Accountant III to manage complex financial activities within a nonprofit setting. The role requires thorough knowledge of GAAP, double-entry systems, and fund accounting, supporting the Director and Assistant Director of Accounting.

You will examine records and financial statements for accuracy and conformance, prepare analytical reports on grants, and assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and internal controls to safeguard revenue and expenditures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience in a non-profit health care environment preferred.
• Grant accounting experience a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate weekly accounts payable; ensure signatures and timely mailing.
• Ensure receivables invoices match deposits and are correctly entered.
• Assist with monthly close, including journal entries and bank payments.
• Monitor payables and receivables and coordinate due dates.
• Prepare grant funding reimbursements and tracking of disbursements.
• Maintain internal controls and assist external auditors.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Double-entry accounting

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ethics and confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

Access Health Louisiana is seeking an Accountant III to manage complex financial activities within a nonprofit setting. The role requires thorough knowledge of GAAP, double-entry systems, and fund accounting, supporting the Director and Assistant Director of Accounting.

You will examine records and financial statements for accuracy and conformance, prepare analytical reports on grants, and assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and internal controls to safeguard revenue and expenditures.