Staff Accountant

Denise Louie Education Center (DLEC); Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 42,939 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

PTO and holiday pay

Job summary

Denise Louie Education Center (DLEC) is looking for a Staff Accountant in Seattle, Washington. This full-time/32-hour a week role involves overseeing payroll, accounts payable, and receivable functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial operations.

The ideal candidate will have an AA degree in Accounting, preferably experience in a nonprofit environment, and knowledge of GAAP. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive benefits including medical, dental, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Preferred two years of experience in accounting in a nonprofit environment.
• Detail-oriented with a high accuracy rate.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll, accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations.
• Assist in financial audits by providing necessary data.

Skills

Knowledge of GAAP in nonprofit accounting

Experience with Sage MIP or similar accounting software

Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word

Bilingual in English and another language

Education

AA degree in Accounting or Business

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college

Job description

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant is a regular, full-time/32 hour a week position and is a key member of the Administration team. This role is responsible for overseeing payroll, accounts payable and account receivable functions, & in‑kind donations. The position is responsible for financial reconciliations, in which it is needed to collaborate closely with other members of the accounting team and program leadership to ensure timely, accurate, and compliance with the financial operations.

Essential Functions

• Compliance with generally accepted accounting principles in performing and/or assisting with accounting transactions
• Review and post payroll, AR, and AP entries
• Analyze and reconcile balance sheet accounts to ensure financial accuracy and integrity
• Maintain records for capital assets including additions, disposals, depreciation, and amortization; calculate and record gains or losses on disposals
• Set up new customers and vendors in the accounting systems
• Oversee AR & AP balances to ensure all accounts are current
• Assist with audits by supplying necessary data and information in preparation of the annual audit, and any other programmatic audits
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations to support month‑end and year‑end close
• Monitor In‑kind
• Assist in preparation of financial analysis as requested
• Monitor Distribution Codes and allocations for programs and grants
• Assist with other accounting functions at the discretion of the Controller as needed
• Oversee all credit card reconciliations and post to general ledger
• Perform time sheet and credit card training to new staff

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist in revision of Finance Policies and Procedures as necessary
• Manage all vendor relationships and resolution of billing issues
• Attend occasional meetings, training, etc. as needed or requested
• Enforce proper internal control procedures to safeguard company assets
• Maintain confidentiality for all matters of a sensitive nature
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills, Competencies and Experience

• AA degree in Accounting or Business required; bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college preferred
• Prefer two years of experience in accounting in a nonprofit environment
• Experience with Sage MIP or similar accounting software
• Knowledge of GAAP in nonprofit accounting and financial reporting
• Payroll experience (previous experience working with Paychex preferred)
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to interact positively with varied clientele, in person and on the phone
• Ability to show initiative by anticipating agency and management needs and responding to them in a timely and professional manner
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• Detail oriented with a high accuracy rate
• Ability to complete complex assignments independently
• Bilingual in English and a language spoken by DLEC families is a plus (Spanish, Amharic, Cantonese, Vietnamese)

Pay Range: $31.17 - $38.00 per hour

Type: Hybrid

Employment Requirements

All staff must comply with state vaccination guidelines, including MMR, initial doses of Covid, and provide a negative TB test (within the last 12 months) or an x‑ray, as well as a pre‑employment physical. Medical or religious exemptions may be requested, and if approved, weekly testing will be required.

Employment or volunteer service at Denise Louie Education Center is conditioned on a criminal background check as required by child care licensing and Head Start Performance Standards. The 60 categories of criminal convictions or pending charges disqualifying a person from having access to children in child care are in WAC 388‑330‑040.

Certain positions require degrees, coursework, or other certifications. You will be asked to provide proof of your stated education prior to hire.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Demands: To perform the job the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, stand and walk, use hands and fingers for typing and other computer use.

Working Conditions: The work is typically performed in an office environment, with low to moderate noise levels and in a hybrid schedule – 15‑25% work at the office in‑person. Additionally, this position is required to attend the mandatory All Staff Meetings in‑person about 6‑8 times a year. Must live in Washington state. The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The working conditions are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

As a Denise Louie Education Center team member, you may receive some or all of the following employee benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Long‑Term Disability, and options for supplemental Insurance coverage. Team members are eligible to participate in the company 401(k) plan, which offers a non‑elective employer contribution after an introductory period. In addition, eligible full‑time and part‑time employees will accrue up to 18 days of PTO, up to thirteen paid holidays, and one personal holiday annually. Additional compensation may come in the form of tuition reimbursement, hiring, retention, longevity, referral, or special assignment bonuses, subject to budgetary limitation.