Senior Staff Accountant

NewsCred, Inc.; Columbia (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit organization dedicated to defending and advancing the rights of low-income immigrants. As a Senior Staff Accountant, you will play a crucial role in the Finance team, managing key accounting functions and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This position offers the opportunity to lead projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to a mission-driven organization. If you are a proactive self-starter with extensive accounting experience and a passion for social justice, this role could be the perfect fit for you. Work remotely and make a meaningful impact in the lives of many.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of accounting experience in AP, AR, and Payroll.
• Strong knowledge of financial principles and GAAP rules.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end close process and review accounting transactions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Skills

Accounting Principles

GAAP Standards

Project Management

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting Software

HR Software

Job description

Fully Remote • Los Angeles & Washington D.C. (preferred) Remote considered (see locations)

About the Organization

Founded in 1979, the National Immigration Law Center (NILC) is a leading non-profit organization (501(c)(3)) in the U.S. exclusively dedicated to defending and advancing the rights and opportunities of low-income immigrants and their loved ones. NILC’s mission is grounded in the belief that everyone living in the U.S. regardless of race, gender/gender identity, immigration status, or economic status — should have equal access to justice, resources, and educational and economic opportunities that enable them to achieve their full human potential.

About the Position

The Senior Staff Accountant plays an integral role on NILC’s Finance team providing day-to-day accounting and finance support across the full range of accounting activities. The Senior Staff Accountant will support and may lead financial operating duties in support of a timely and accurate month-end close and year-end close, payroll, related compliance tasks and other vital accounting functions with a focus on adhering to best practices and effective internal controls in the financial accounting for NILC and its affiliate organizations.

Specific Position Responsibilities

1. Manages month-end close process by completing and/or reviewing journal entries, adjusting entries, & preparing reports.
2. Reviews invoices for appropriate documentation and approval, credit card entries for errors, and issues checks and/or ACH payments for payables due.
3. Review accounting transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, deposits, and all other accounting entries with GAAP accounting standards and internal controls.
4. Manages various cash receipts and disbursement processes including batch processing and reconciliations.
5. Ensures compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding employer registrations, and payments to required state agencies.
6. Identify journal entries needed to ensure accurate financial reporting; ensure all journal entries are recorded properly with appropriate reviews.
7. Works with Development team to issue fund codes for new grants, record grant revenue in the accounting system, and reconcile all grants and donations received.
8. Maintains and reviews the payroll processing system for the timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions.
9. Reconciles bank accounts and resolves any issues that may come up.
10. Maintains fixed assets, depreciation, benefit, and IJF shared cost schedules.
11. Acts as administrator of expense reporting system, including training to all staff and assist with any ongoing questions or issues.
12. Lead audit review processes and filing activities including preparing and/or reviewing documentation for external auditors.
13. Supports or oversees various accounts payable and expense reporting activities.
14. Assists in the transition of the financial, accounting systems, AP, and AR systems as needed.
15. Provide leadership to the Finance team by helping to develop both the accounting and relationship management skills of the Staff Accountant[s], and other team members.

What We’re Looking for in This Role

1. Commitment to NILC & IJF’s mission of advancing the rights of immigrants with low income.
2. Collaborative, proactive, and action oriented working style.
3. Expressed ability to manage complex projects.
4. Demonstrates sound judgement in decision-making.
5. Comfortable with diverse groups of people.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
7. Self-starter with a strong ability to move daily tasks forward.
8. Excellent customer service skills.

Qualifications Required

1. High school diploma required.
2. 7 – 10+ years of accounting experience including work in AP, AR, and Payroll.
3. Strong knowledge of financial principles including accounting policies and procedures and GAAP rules.
4. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel at an intermediate level.
5. Proficiency with in-office and virtual environments and software.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with financial management, accounting and HR software.
2. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related field preferred.
3. CPA, CMA or other relevant designations preferred.

Location & Travel:

NILC's office is located in Washington, D.C. For this role, up to 10-20% of overnight interstate travel may be required.

Physical Demands

1. Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
2. Communicating with others to exchange information.
3. Repeating motions, like typing or answering a phone.