Staff Accountant

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation (20 days)

8 paid holidays

Sick time (ESST)

401(k) plan with company match after 3

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud is seeking a Staff Accountant to support financial reporting and accounting for programs and affiliates.

The role emphasizes sound financial reporting systems, internal controls, and asset management to ensure reliability and timeliness of information. You will assist with audits, budgeting, specialized reporting, and treasury/tax coordination, collaborating with program staff to strengthen financial processes and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
• 4 years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency in nonprofit accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel and accounting software proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist with annual audit preparation and bank confirmations.
• Support monthly and annual financial reporting and ledgers.
• Coordinate budgeting processes with program directors.
• Provide guidance to finance staff and maintain internal controls.
• Analyze cash flow and assist with investment planning.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Nonprofit accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Make Every Number Matter as Our Next Staff Accountant

Our Mission and Core Values

We are a nonprofit organization serving Central Minnesota with core values rooted in Compassion, Hope, Accountability, Respect, Dignity, and Service. Catholic Charities empowers our neighbors and creates impact in housing, food, and mental health that is seen and felt for generations.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for assisting with financial reporting and accounting support services to the programs and departments within Catholic Charities, affiliates of the agency, or to outside related groups. This entails recommending and implementing sound and objective financial reporting systems and procedures, internal control systems and procedures, and asset control systems to insure information reliability, integrity, and timeliness. Other major responsibilities include agency audit coordination, assisting with agency budget preparation, specialized financial reporting, helping with the assessment of Treasury functions, and tax reporting.

What you will do

• Participate and support gathering information for the annual year end audit including but not limited to preparing bank confirmations, compile and organize reporting information, prepare and organize Financial Statements and balances ledgers.
• Maintain a firm understanding of the financial reporting systems used to complete Financial Reporting for assigned entities. This position will coordinate necessary monthly and annual reporting and documentation for financial transactions including documentation of rent payments and receipts of assigned programs.
• Provide administrative support and services for programs and for the completion of Special Projects and specialized financial reporting.
• Serve as a subject matter expert across the finance department providing guidance and support to all finance and agency staff.
• Maintain cost effective methods of accounting processes to account for Catholic Charities assets, reporting any potential deviations to the Chief Financial Officer.
• Assist program directors and supervisors with the completion of the annual budgeting process.
• Assist with analyzing overall agency cash flow needs and helping with long term investment planning.

What we’re looking for (Required Qualifications)

Education: Bachelors Degree in Accounting (or an equivalent combination of related education and experience)

Job Related Experience: Four (4) Years Experience (or an equivalent combination of related education and experience)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and practices

Why Join Us?

Join a team where your expertise makes a meaningful impact. As our Staff Accountant, you'll play a key role in maintaining the financial health of the organization while partnering with colleagues across departments to support informed business decisions. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture that values accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Why You Will Love Working Here!

• Vacation (20 days within your first year)
• 8 paid holidays (7 full days, 2 half days)
• 6 days ESST (safe and sick time)
• Waive-off credit for those who have other group health insurance
• Employer-paid Basic Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance (AD&D)
• Optional life insurance coverage for yourself, spouse, and/or children
• Employer-paid long term disability insurance
• Pre-tax (Flexible Spending) accounts for medical, dependent care, and adoption expenses
• 401(k) plan with company match after 90 days
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• The Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program