Staff Accountant

Lanwt; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas (LANWT) in Fort Worth is seeking a Staff Accountant. This full-time role involves maintaining financial integrity, performing reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and funder requirements. Candidates should have a background in nonprofit accounting and be proficient in accounting software like Abila MIP or QuickBooks. The position offers excellent benefits including paid vacation, retirement plans, and insurance. This role is crucial for supporting financial transparency and grant compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Nonprofit or grant accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and financial transactions.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including payroll allocations.
• Perform monthly and year-end close processes for financial reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Accounting software proficiency

Excellent communication

Education

Associate's degree in accounting or related field

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Abila MIP

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Staff Accountant

Regular Full Time Professional Fort Worth, TX, US

LOCATION

Fort Worth, Texas - Administration

ABOUT

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas (LANWT) is a non-profit public interest law firm that provides high-quality, free civil legal services to low‑income individuals and families in 114 counties across North and West Texas. Our mission is to ensure equal access to justice and improve the lives of low‑income communities by providing high-quality legal representation, strategic litigation, valuable legal advice and meaningful collaborations, outreach, and community education.

JOB OVERVIEW

LANWT seeks a dynamic, self‑motivated Staff Accountant with vision, initiative, and a strong commitment to the Non‑Profit sector to join our accounting team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a key member of the Accounting team, the Staff Accountant supports the organization’s financial integrity, grant compliance, and reporting accuracy. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), funder requirements, and organizational policies. Core responsibilities include:

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, including payroll allocations, accruals, and adjustments.
• Perform monthly and year‑end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Complete bank and balance‑sheet account reconciliations with proper supporting documentation.
• Record, track, and reconcile fixed asset activity, including depreciation.
• Maintain accounting records for both restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Track grant expenditures and ensure expenses align with funding agreements, budgets, and reporting requirements.
• Support grant reporting and compliance by preparing schedules and documentation as needed.
• Serve as backup for accounts payable processing as needed.
• Prepare payroll‑related journal entries and allocate personnel costs across funding sources.
• Assist the Chief Financial Officer with the annual audit, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.
• Support the maintenance of internal controls and ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and funder requirements.
• Participate in process improvements to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to improve and better integrate financial systems and software.
• Communicate effectively with internal staff to resolve discrepancies and support financial transparency.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required, with a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred, with a minimum of two (2) years of accounting experience; nonprofit or grant accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting software such as Abila MIP, QuickBooks, or similar nonprofit accounting systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including using formulas, spreadsheets, and basic financial analysis tools.
• Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit preparation.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and accountability.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated commitment to the organization’s mission, vision, and values.

This position requires regular use of a computer, occasional lifting of files or materials, and occasional travel to office locations within North and West Texas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

SALARY

Commensurate with education and experience.

BENEFITS

Excellent benefitspackage that includes paid vacation and holidays; a retirement plan; health, dental, Vision and life insurance.

Legal Aid of NorthWest (LANWT) Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LANWT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.