Staff Accountant - Full-Time

Animal Humane Society; Golden Valley (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Nine paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Animal Humane Society is seeking a Staff Accountant for a full-time, exempt, hybrid role based in Golden Valley, Minnesota. The position requires regular attendance and may involve occasional work at other AHS locations.

You will prepare journal entries, review transactions, and support payroll accounting while maintaining documentation and assisting with audits. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance and 2–4 years of accounting experience, with nonprofit experience and ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 2-4 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Experience supporting payroll accounting or account reconciliations preferred.
• Nonprofit accounting experience is a plus.
• Experience working with an ERP or similar financial system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare routine journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Review financial transactions for accurate and consistent coding and classification.
• Maintain documentation and records supporting financial transactions.
• Verify the completeness and accuracy of financial data.
• Support established accounting workflows and approval processes.
• Record payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll liability accounts.
• Review payroll reports and investigate accounting discrepancies.
• Maintain payroll-related reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Support accounting for payroll taxes, employee benefits, and retirement activity.
• Coordinate with the payroll processing function on accounting-related matters.
• Prepare assigned account reconciliation and supporting documentation.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Compile and analyze financial information needed for journal entries.
• Maintain general ledger records and supporting schedules.
• Assist with financial reporting and ensure the accuracy of financial data.
• Prepare documentation and schedules for external audit requests, including payroll- and benefits-related requests.
• Maintain documented accounting procedures.
• Use Sage Intacct and other financial systems for transaction processing, reporting, and recordkeeping.
• Support financial system data integrity, testing, and process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Deadline oriented

Confidentiality

Education

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

Tools

Sage Intacct

ERP or similar financial system

Job description

Come work as a Staff Accountant for Animal Humane Society!

Schedule & Work Environment

• This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position based in Golden Valley, Minnesota.
• Regular and predictable attendance, punctuality, and availability during operational hours is required.
• Occasional work at other AHS locations or attendance at offsite meetings and events may be required.
• Reliable transportation is required.

Job Duties

• Prepare routine journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Review financial transactions for accurate and consistent coding and classification.
• Maintain documentation and records supporting financial transactions.
• Verify the completeness and accuracy of financial data.
• Support established accounting workflows and approval processes.
• Record payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll liability accounts.
• Review payroll reports and investigate accounting discrepancies.
• Maintain payroll-related reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Support accounting for payroll taxes, employee benefits, and retirement activity.
• Coordinate with the payroll processing function on accounting-related matters.
• Prepare assigned account reconciliation and supporting documentation.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Compile and analyze financial information needed for journal entries.
• Maintain general ledger records and supporting schedules.
• Assist with financial reporting and ensure the accuracy of financial data.
• Prepare documentation and schedules for external audit requests, including payroll- and benefits-related requests.
• Maintain documented accounting procedures.
• Use Sage Intacct and other financial systems for transaction processing, reporting, and recordkeeping.
• Support financial system data integrity, testing, and process improvements.

Requirements

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 2-4 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Experience supporting payroll accounting or account reconciliations preferred.
• Nonprofit accounting experience is a plus.
• Experience working with an ERP or similar financial system preferred.

Skills & Qualifications

• Working knowledge of accounting principles and GAAP.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to solve multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Comfort using financial systems and reporting tools.

Physical & Emotional Requirements

• Ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds.

This position is primarily office and desk based and involves prolonged periods of sitting. Because our work takes place in an animal shelter environment, some areas may be humid, noisy, or odorous. This role must also be comfortable with the emotional aspects of animal welfare work, including humane euthanasia.

About AHS

Every year, Animal Humane Society provides direct care and services to help thousands of animals in need across Minnesota. As one of the nation's leading animal welfare organizations, AHS is transforming the way shelters care for animals and engage their communities. From innovative medical and behavior programs to investments in outreach and advocacy, we’re advancing animal welfare and creating a more humane world for animals everywhere.

Why Work Here

• Make a difference in the lives of animals and people
• Join a team of coworkers who love animals as much as you do
• Work-life balance
• Unique animal adoption benefits and discounts on veterinary care, pet supplies, and animal training classes
• Health insurance coverage for full-time staff includes the following: medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account for health care expenses and dependent care, voluntary accident insurance, and employee paid supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment and long-term disability insurance.
• Employer paid benefits for full-time staff includes the following: basic life insurance, basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short-term disability
• Support for student loans: we are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer
• Mental Health and Counseling Support: all employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program with 3 free counseling sessions per year
• 401k for part-time and full-time staff with company match
• Nine paid holidays for full-time staff
• Paid floating holidays for part-time and full-time staff (up to 4 days per year based on start date)
• Paid Time Off for part-time and full-time staff (amount is based on hours worked and FTE status)
• Paid parent leave for full-time staff

Our Organizational Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

As an organization dedicated to making the world a more humane and compassionate place for animals, we know that people are at the heart of all that we do. Animal Humane Society’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity is essential to our mission and shapes our culture, our work, and the services we provide. At AHS we embrace and honor the inherent dignity and diverse experiences of our team members, volunteers, board members, partners, clients, and visitors, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, or income. Working together to instill equity and inclusivity within our organization will allow us to better serve the people and animals of Minnesota and ultimately have a positive impact on animals in our care.