Staff Accountant

Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta is seeking a Staff Accountant to support accounting operations, including cash activities, gift processing, and financial reporting. This full-time role involves monitoring cash transactions, recording gifts, assisting with audits, and maintaining strong internal controls. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and possess strong analytical skills. Join our mission to connect generosity with impact across the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Experience in cash accounting and general ledger operations.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily cash activities and prepare journal entries.
• Record gifts and maintain compliance with policies.
• Support accounts receivable lifecycle and invoice tracking.
• Assist in month-end close and audit preparations.

Skills

Cash management

Account reconciliation

Financial reporting

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Organization Overview

Founded in 1951, The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta (The Foundation) ranks among the 15 largest community foundations in the U.S. and has deep roots in the region’s civic infrastructure. It plays a pivotal role in addressing systemic barriers in affordable housing, the arts, equity, and economic opportunity while connecting generosity to impact across the community.

The Foundation is one of the nation’s premier philanthropic institutions, managing over $1.6 billion in assets and serving as a trusted partner to more than 1,000 donors and nonprofit organizations. We work to inspire and lead our region toward equity and shared prosperity, collaborating with residents, neighborhoods and civic leaders across public, private and philanthropic sectors to seize the greatest opportunities and solve the region’s most pressing challenges.

Department

Finance/Accounting

Reports To

Senior Accountant

Classification

Regular; Full-time

Role Summary

The Staff Accountant supports day‑to‑day accounting operations with a focus on cash activity, gift processing, accounts receivable, and general ledger accuracy across the Foundation and its affiliated entities. Reporting to the Senior Accountant, this role is responsible for timely and accurate transaction processing, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting audit and financial reporting processes. The Staff Accountant plays a key role in ensuring operational efficiency and data integrity in a fast‑paced, growing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Cash and General Accounting

• Monitor banks daily for cash activities.
• Prepare and record journal entries for capital calls and application fees.
• Deposit and record checks in the bank and research unidentified transactions.
• Record journal entries for cash receipts, cash disbursements, travel expense reports, affiliate rebills, and monthly close entries.
• Process routine cash transfers for the CFGA, Supporting Organizations, and Impact Investing.
• Monitor positive pay in the bank to support fraud prevention, accuracy, and compliance.

Gifts and Revenue Processing

• Record gifts, including cash, credit card, and stock gifts in the subledger and ledger.
• Maintain the stock gifts in compliance with company policy.
• Monitor clearing accounts and ensure timely recording of investment‑related gifts.
• Review interfund gifts and grants activities for accuracy.
• Assist with tracking pledges and planned gift activities.

Accounts Receivable Support

• Supports the full accounts receivable lifecycle, including invoice generation and monitoring outstanding balances.
• Assist with affiliate rebills and collections tracking.

Month‑End Close, Audit, Tax, and Financial Reporting Support

• Record general ledger activities, travel expense reports, and monthly close entries.
• Assist in preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation for annual audit and tax filings.
• Assist with the preparation and recording of monthly asset fee accruals to support accurate monthly financial reporting.
• Prepare and record monthly allocation journal entries.
• Customer Service Support and manage the gifts email inbox and coordinate responses to inquiries from the Philanthropy team and donors, ensuring timely follow‑up and accurate information.
• Deliver high‑quality customer service to all Foundation stakeholders.
• Follow internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Support cross‑training and documentation of processes as needed.

General Support

• Stay abreast of accounting best practices and developments in the field.
• Provide backup support across accounting functions as needed.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Accountant.