Staff Accountant

Fitzii; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

16 paid holidays

25 paid days off

Parental leave

Medical

Dental

Long-term disability

401K

Job summary

Global Impact is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the monthly close, GL reconciliation, and year-end audits. You will manage AP processes, code expenses, and assist in vendor onboarding within a nonprofit setting.

Requirements include a bachelor's degree in accounting/finance and 1–3 years of accounting experience. Proficiency in NetSuite and Excel, with strong communication and organizational skills, is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) and 1–3 years in accounting or finance, preferably in not-for-profit.
• Solid understanding of not-for-profit accounting practices and GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable inbox, invoice intake, and ERP upload.
• Code invoices to GL accounts, grants, programs, and cost centers.
• Support vendor onboarding due diligence materials.
• Track invoices against vendor schedules and contracts.
• Enter and code bank entries (AR and deposits).
• Maintain organization of project, vendor, and funder records.
• Assist with annual 1099 filings (1096 to IRS).
• Be flexible for additional assignments in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Not-for-profit accounting

Excel

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems (NetSuite)

Communication

Education

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

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Global Impact – Staff Accountant – Finance & Business Services

About You

The Staff Accountant works directly with the Senior Accountant/Accounting Manager. The dynamic position requires a technology-savvy individual with strong knowledge of accounting systems, including cash management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger. The position plays a key role in monthly close, general ledger reconciliation and year end audits.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Accounts Payable inbox and oversee invoice intake, review, and upload into the ERP system.
• Code invoices and expenses to the appropriate general ledger accounts, grant classifications, program allocations, and other cost centers.
• Support uploading due diligence materials for vendor onboarding
• Track invoices against vendor schedules and overall contract tracking
• Entering and coding of bank entries, such as accounts receivable and deposits.
• Maintain organization of files related to project, vendor, and funder records.
• Support annual filing of 1099s to vendors (1096 to IRS).
• Willingness to accept additional assignments and be flexible in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifying for this role means you have a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience) and 1-3 years in accounting or finance, preferably within the not-for-profit sector. You have a solid understanding of not-for-profit accounting practices and are able to work independently while demonstrating strong customer service and clear communication with colleagues and clients. With excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks, you efficiently manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines. You are proficient in ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and online accounting platforms. Knowledge of grant management systems, banking cash management, and IT systems integration is a plus. You are familiar with GAAP and current accounting regulations, and have the ability to identify problems, recommend improvements, and ensure compliance. You thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments, handle ambiguity well, and are eager to learn new systems. With a service-oriented mindset and focus on continuous improvement, you maintain confidentiality and are a collaborative team player.

About Global Impact

Global Impact serves as a trusted philanthropy advisor, intermediary, and nonprofit partner for greater giving. We offer advisory and infrastructure services that drive strategic philanthropy forour nonprofit, public, and private sector clients. With70years of experience, we raisedmore than$3billionwith our partners for global causes. Global Impact is part ofGlobal Impact Ventures ,a family of mission-driven organizations that serve all of philanthropy for a better world.

Working at Global Impact

This is a full-timeposition and may be fully remote, with travel to headquarters in Washington, DC, for team meetings on occasion. Local employees are in a hybrid work model, with 1-4 days per month in our Washington, DC, office. Visa sponsorship is not available.

At Global Impact, we passionately celebrate our culture, values, and community. We are committed to cultivating and nurturing a workplace for all.

The salary range is $57,500 - $67,500,depending on the experience you bring.

• 16 paid holidays
• 25 paid days off
• parental leave
• medical
• dental
• short-term
• and long-term disability
• and arobust401K program