Staff Accountant

Girls Incorporated; Indianapolis (IN); Hybride; USD 60 000 - 81 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid schedule at INDY office

Wellness stipend

Professional development opportunities

Friendly office environment

Résumé du poste

Girls Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant in Indianapolis, IN, offering a hybrid work arrangement. The role supports network accounting operations, maintains financial records, posts journal entries, and reconciles accounts to ensure GAAP‑compliant financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will handle payroll, budgeting, and audits, contributing to timely statements. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 1–3 years of accounting experience, with strong Excel skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Experience with ERP or accounting software (Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, QuickBooks).

Responsabilités

• Prepare and post daily, weekly, and monthly journal entries.
• Perform month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end closing activities.
• Reconcile general ledger, bank, and balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain and analyze financial records for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Process payroll and assist with budgeting and forecasting.
• Assist with external audits and regulatory reporting (e.g., 990).
• Maintain GAAP compliance and internal controls.

Connaissances

GAAP understanding

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Outils

Sage Intacct

Microsoft Dynamics

Oracle

QuickBooks

Description du poste

Description

Position

Staff Accountant

Responsible to

Accounting Manager

Location

Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid)

Schedule

Full time

Salary

$70,000

Background

Girls Inc. is a network of local organizations that works with schools and in communities across the United States and Canada. Through direct service and advocacy, Girls Inc. equips girls with the knowledge and skills to effect positive changes in their lives and to become leaders who will change the world. Professionally trained staff and volunteers provide mentorship, supportive spaces, and research-informed programming that address the challenges girls face and are proven to help them succeed. Together with partners and supporters, Girls Inc. is building the new generation of leaders. Join us at girlsinc.org

Departmental Role

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the Girls Inc. Network accounting operations by maintaining financial records, preparing journal entries, and reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial reporting. This role works closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial information while maintaining Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies.

Requirements

Position Summary:

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post daily, weekly, and monthly journal entries.
• Perform month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end closing activities.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank accounts, and balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain and analyze financial records for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Process fixed asset additions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Process payroll.
• Prepare information for regulatory reports (i.e., 990), when applicable.
• Assist with external audits by providing requested documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.
• Proficiency in the use of information technology - Windows Office environment (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with Sage Intacct or similar accounting systems is a plus.
• Commitment to gender equity and the mission of Girls Inc

Requirements

Job Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. 1-3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Experience with ERP or accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, QuickBooks).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Nonprofit fund accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with financial grant accounting.
• Experience with financial reporting and audits.
• Knowledge of internal controls and compliance requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of financial statement preparation.
• Strong account reconciliation skills.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify variances.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to continuous process improvement.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
• Occasionally lift or move items up to 30 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid work environment.
• Standard business hours with occasional overtime during month‑end, year‑end close, or audit periods.

About Girls Inc.

Girls Inc. Benefits:

• 2-day hybrid work schedule out of our INDY office, with one of those days being Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday.
• Fun, friendly office environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness Stipend

OUR MISSION

To inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

OUR VALUES

• Recognize and support the strength in every girl.
• Respect the dignity of each human being and demonstrate genuine care and concern for the well‑being of others.
• Understand and appreciate diversity, embrace inclusiveness, and advance equity.
• Drive for results anchored in integrity and accountability.
• Collaborate for impact.

Girls Inc. Character Pillars

• Confidence
• Respect
• Emotional Intelligence
• Self -Advocacy
• Critical Thinking
• Kindness

Equal Opportunity Employment Opportunity & Non-Discrimination Policy

At Girls Inc., employment is based upon one’s capabilities and qualifications. It is the policy of Girls Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status and political belief or any other protected characteristic as protected by law. Girls Inc. prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment by supervisors or employees. Girls Inc. will not tolerate harassment of our employees by anyone, including vendors.

The policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and non-discrimination applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment, hiring, training, evaluation, promotion, compensation,benefits, transfer, layoff, termination, and all other privileges and conditions of employment.Employees’ questions or concerns relating to Equal Employment Opportunity, discrimination and harassment should be referred to the Office of People and Culture. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken against any employee violating this policy.

Our Workplace

We believe that in order to be most effective in generating positive and measurable outcomes for the girls we serve, we must always value what makes each of us unique. We must respect and appreciate the multitude of ideas, approaches, and perspectives that result from people ofdifferent backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and experiences coming together for a commonpurpose. We must not discriminate against anyone for any reason.

We also believe that our organization should mirror the girls and communities we serve, so our Girls Inc. community of management, staff, and volunteers reflects the girls and young women who participate in our programs.