Staff Accountant for Grants & Financial Analysis

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Northwest California seeks a Staff Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting functions and support the full accounting cycle, including payroll, grants accounting, and financial reporting.

The role emphasizes accuracy, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to regulatory requirements. Travel between agency sites may be required; DOJ background clearance is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance; four to six years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; collaborate across departments.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy and integrity; ability to monitor work for accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite; advanced Excel; experience with computer-based accounting systems; Sage Intacct preferred.
• Dependable, able to follow instructions and use feedback to improve performance.
• Passion and enthusiasm for Catholic Charities' mission and clients.
• Valid driver license and auto insurance; willing to travel between agency sites.
• Must pass DOJ background clearance prior to start of employment.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform core accounting operations including payroll processing, accounts payable review, accounts receivable entry, cash receipts, bank deposits, reconciliations, and maintenance of general ledger records.
• Manage grant-related accounting, including monthly grant claims, monitoring expenditures, reconciling grant receivables, and supporting grant documentation.
• Conduct monthly financial analysis, including balance sheet and expense account reconciliations, and budget-to-actual variances.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes with adjusting journal entries and audit schedules.
• Maintain cash management and banking records; verify deposits and reconcile deposit logs.
• Provide cross-functional accounting support and cover vacations and other duties as assigned.
• Uphold mission, vision, and values in all responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance

Tools

Excel (Advanced)

Sage Intacct

Microsoft 365

Job description

Catholic Charities of Northwest California seeks a Staff Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting functions and support the full accounting cycle, including payroll, grants accounting, and financial reporting.

The role emphasizes accuracy, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to regulatory requirements. Travel between agency sites may be required; DOJ background clearance is expected.