Staff Accountant

Crossnore Communities for Children; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term

Critical Illness and Accident coverage

Flexible Spending Plan

401k with employer match up to 6%

Paid Parental Leave - Based on Tenure

Ongoing Training

20 Days PTO

11 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Crossnore Communities for Children seeks a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting, GAAP compliance, and financial reporting for a nonprofit organization in Avery County, NC. The role includes general ledger, reconciliations, payroll support, audit prep, and month-end close.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with 3+ years of accounting experience and knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles; CPA progress is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting or finance experience.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll processing, and month-end close preferred.
• Active CPA or progress toward CPA certification is a plus.
• Experience in nonprofit and fund accounting principles preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Proficiency with accounting software, payroll systems, HRIS, Excel, Office, and Google Workspace.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Perform account reconciliations and analyze financial activity.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close.
• Maintain fixed asset records.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Assist with budgeting and variance analysis.
• Support payroll processing and payroll tax reporting.
• Prepare audit schedules and documentation.
• Research accounting issues and recommend solutions.
• Help improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Partner with departments across the organization to provide responsive financial support.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

General ledger

Payroll processing

Month-end close

CPA path / CPA candidate

Excel / Spreadsheet proficiency

Office / Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

Tools

Accounting software

Payroll systems

HRIS platforms

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Careers at Crossnore include a comprehensive benefits package to support employee health and financial well-being. Benefits include paid time off, paid parental leave (based on tenure), flexible work schedules when the role permits, a 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and more.

Open Positions

Position:Staff Accountant

Location: Boone, NC

Job Id:4055

# of Openings:1

Staff Accountant

Impact:As a Staff Accountant at Crossnore Communities for Children, you'll play an essential role in supporting an organization dedicated to helping children and families heal, grow, and thrive. By ensuring accurate financial records, reporting, compliance, and sound accounting practices, you'll help safeguard the resources that make our mission possible. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations, including general accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, payroll support, audit preparation, and compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards. We're looking for a detail-oriented, analytical professional who enjoys collaborating with others, solving problems, and continuously improving processes.

Location/ Schedule : Avery County, NC.This is an office-based position with a typical first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday, and occasional evening or weekend hours depending on department needs.Occasional travel to other Crossnore locations and regional meetings is required.

Hiring Range: $55,000 - $67,000 annually

• Defined Contribution Benefits Plan including options for:
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability plans
  • Critical Illness and Accident coverage options
  • Flexible Spending Plan
• 401k with employer match (up to 6%)
• Paid Parental Leave - Based on Tenure
• Ongoing Training
• 20 Days PTO, 11 Paid Holidays

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting or finance experience required.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll processing, and month-end close preferred.
• Active CPA or progress toward CPA certification is a plus.
• Experience in nonprofit and fund accounting principles preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll, budgeting, and audit support.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting and FASB standards preferred.
• Proficiency with accounting software, payroll systems, HRIS platforms, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel between agency locations.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Perform account reconciliations and analyze financial activity.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close.
• Maintain fixed asset records.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Assist with budgeting and variance analysis.
• Support payroll processing and payroll tax reporting.
• Prepare audit schedules and documentation.
• Research accounting issues and recommend solutions.
• Help improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Partner with departments across the organization to provide responsive financial support.

The above list is not all-inclusive. Other responsibilities may become necessary in the course of working routines and therefore be required.