Staff Accountant

Health Federation of Philadelphia in; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with vision

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life and AD&D

Short- and long-term disability

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Health Federation of Philadelphia is seeking a Staff Accountant to oversee the general ledger and support grant management to meet reporting requirements. This role demands meticulous handling of financial data, confidentiality, and collaboration with grantors and staff.

A 4-year degree in accounting or related field is required, with 2+ years in accounting and nonprofit environments. Responsibilities include monthly reconciliations, posting cash activity, and supporting month-end close,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
• 2+ years of general ledger and accounting experience.
• Knowledge of federal grant compliance and requirements.
• Experience with non-profit accounting; Blackbaud Financial Edge is a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with a team.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Performs monthly balance sheet reconciliations and general accounting functions.
• Posting cash receipts and disbursements.
• Prepares reconciliations of revenue and expenses for programs, grants, and funding sources.
• Investigates and resolves accounts receivable discrepancies, unapplied payments, and other items.
• Maintains deferred revenue schedules and prepares related journal entries.
• Provides support for the month-end close process.
• Reconciles purchasing department activity to the general ledger and assists with audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

General ledger

Grant compliance

Non-profit accounting

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team player

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Blackbaud Financial Edge

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Main HQ Center City 650 - Philadelphia, PA 19109, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 Salary/year, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care, Equal Opportunity Employer

The mission of the Health Federation of Philadelphia

The mission of the Health Federation of Philadelphia is to promote community health by advancing access to high-quality, integrated, comprehensive health and human services.We believe in and are firmly committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status. This commitment applies to all aspects of the Health Federation of Philadelphia’s employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promotion.

JOB SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant will provide oversight of the general ledger and grant management support to meet the organization’s reporting requirements. This position requires managing financial requirements and accurately monitoring financial reporting. The Staff Accountant must maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in safeguarding company records and in working with grantors, grantees, and Health Federation staff.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Responsibilities/Duties

• Performs monthly balance sheet reconciliations and general accounting functions.
• Responsible for posting cash receipts and disbursements.
• Prepares reconciliations of revenue and expenses for assigned programs, grants, and funding sources.
• Investigates and resolves accounts receivable discrepancies, unapplied payments, and other reconciliation items.
• Maintains deferred revenue schedules and prepares related journal entries, ensuring revenue is recognized in the appropriate accounting period.
• Provides support for the month-end close process.
• Reconciles purchasing department monthly activity to the general ledger
• Maintains and prepares audit support schedules.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education:Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

Skills/Experience

• Must possess 2+ years of general ledger and accounting experience.
• Knowledge of federal grant compliance and requirements.
• Experience with non-profit accounting; Blackbaud Financial Edge software is a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with a team are essential.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to meet required deadlines

Work Environment

Work Environment:Standard office setting with extended periods at the station and periodic use of office equipment.

Position Type and Work Schedule

Position Type and Work ScheduleFull-time position: typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Flex office schedule options are available with supervisor approval.

Travel

Travel:Occasional travel to off-site locations.

Physical Demands

Physical Demands:Ability to transport materials and occasionally moves equipment or supplies weighing up to 30 lbs.

Salary and Benefits

Salary and Benefits:Our employees are our most valuable resource, so we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, which can include:

• Medical with vision benefits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and AD&D
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan, with a company contribution
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, personal and holiday
• Employee Assistance Program

Eligibility and participation is handled consistent with the plan documents and HFP policy.

DISCLAIMER

The Health Federation reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the Company desires. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, responsibilities and/or skills to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract, implied, or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at will.” The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals.