Nonprofit Grants & GL Accountant

Health Federation of Philadelphia in; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with vision

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life and AD&D

Short- and long-term disability

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Health Federation of Philadelphia is seeking a Staff Accountant to oversee the general ledger and support grant management to meet reporting requirements. This role demands meticulous handling of financial data, confidentiality, and collaboration with grantors and staff.

A 4-year degree in accounting or related field is required, with 2+ years in accounting and nonprofit environments. Responsibilities include monthly reconciliations, posting cash activity, and supporting month-end close,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
• 2+ years of general ledger and accounting experience.
• Knowledge of federal grant compliance and requirements.
• Experience with non-profit accounting; Blackbaud Financial Edge is a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with a team.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Performs monthly balance sheet reconciliations and general accounting functions.
• Posting cash receipts and disbursements.
• Prepares reconciliations of revenue and expenses for programs, grants, and funding sources.
• Investigates and resolves accounts receivable discrepancies, unapplied payments, and other items.
• Maintains deferred revenue schedules and prepares related journal entries.
• Provides support for the month-end close process.
• Reconciles purchasing department activity to the general ledger and assists with audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

General ledger

Grant compliance

Non-profit accounting

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team player

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Blackbaud Financial Edge

Job description

The Health Federation of Philadelphia is seeking a Staff Accountant to oversee the general ledger and support grant management to meet reporting requirements. This role demands meticulous handling of financial data, confidentiality, and collaboration with grantors and staff.

A 4-year degree in accounting or related field is required, with 2+ years in accounting and nonprofit environments. Responsibilities include monthly reconciliations, posting cash activity, and supporting month-end close,