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Staff Accountant 6-24-2025

Hour Children, Inc.

New York (NY)

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USD 80,000

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Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its finance team in New York. The role focuses on general ledger accounting, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records within a mission-driven environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and relevant experience, along with proficiency in accounting software and strong organizational skills. The organization promotes a culture of equity and inclusion, with ample opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

  • 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit organization.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger functions.
  • Commitment to the mission and values of Hour Children.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and reconcile the general ledger.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end journal entries.
  • Assist with the preparation of financial statements.

Skills

Attention to detail
Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks
Sage Intacct
Microsoft Excel

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Position Summary

Hour Children provides compassionate and comprehensive services approaching the work in an anti-discriminatory, inclusive environment committed to HC’s standards of justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Staff Accountant to join our finance team. This role will focus on general ledger accounting and play a key part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. Be able to work in an organized and efficient manner and with deadlines. Promotes and adheres to the organization’s mission, vision values, policies, and applicable laws fairly and equitably.

Title: Staff Accountant

Reports to: Senior Director of Finance

Status: Full-time

Work Schedule: M-F, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Salary: Up to $80,000 per year

Position Summary

Hour Children provides compassionate and comprehensive services approaching the work in an anti-discriminatory, inclusive environment committed to HC’s standards of justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Staff Accountant to join our finance team. This role will focus on general ledger accounting and play a key part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. Be able to work in an organized and efficient manner and with deadlines. Promotes and adheres to the organization’s mission, vision values, policies, and applicable laws fairly and equitably.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Assist with the preparation of financial statements and internal reports to support leadership and board oversight.
  • Support the annual audit process by preparing schedules, maintaining documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Monitor and analyze accounting data to identify discrepancies and recommend process improvements.
  • Collaborate with program and development teams to ensure proper allocation of expenses, grant compliance, and alignment with funding restrictions.
  • Support contract/grant vouchering and contract tracking processes
  • Work with the senior finance director to assist with real-time cash flow monitoring, grant reporting, and interdepartmental coordination.
  • Help implement new tools or practices that improve financial transparency, efficiency, and audit readiness.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger functions.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct) and Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Commitment to the mission and values of Hour Children.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment focused on social impact.

Hour Children does not provide visa support!

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Entry level
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Contract
Job function
  • Job function
    Accounting/Auditing and Finance
  • Industries
    Non-profit Organization Management

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