Staff Accountant – Nonprofit

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in St. Paul, MN, offers a hybrid schedule for a Nonprofit Accountant. You will manage daily accounting ops for program funds and support accurate financial stewardship.

The role emphasizes GAAP reporting, grant tracking, and cross-functional collaboration with program leaders. A Bachelor's in Accounting and 2–5+ years nonprofit experience are preferred, with QuickBooks or Sage Intacct proficiency.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years nonprofit accounting experience.
• Familiar with GAAP reporting and financial statements.
• Experience with QuickBooks or Sage Intacct.

Responsibilities

• Manage AP, AR, payroll allocations, and GL activity.
• Prepare financial statements, variance analysis, and program-level reporting.
• Track grant expenditures and ensure fund compliance.
• Reconcile accounts and maintain audit documentation.

Skills

Accounting experience

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage Intacct

Job description

Nonprofit Accountant
Location: St. Paul, MN (Hybrid)
Compensation: $60,000–$70,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Meaningful, mission-driven work that directly supports community programs
• Collaborative, values-based culture with strong team support
• Opportunity to build expertise in nonprofit and fund accounting
• Hybrid schedule offering flexibility and work-life balance
• Exposure to grant accounting and compliance with diverse funding sources
• Direct partnership with program leaders and cross-functional teams
• Strong involvement in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Professional development and continued learning opportunities
• Stable, well-established nonprofit with strong community presence

What You’ll Do

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll allocations, and general ledger activity
• Prepare financial statements, variance analysis, and program-level reporting
• Track grant expenditures and ensure compliance with funding requirements
• Reconcile accounts and maintain accurate documentation for audits and reporting
• Partner with internal teams on budgeting, forecasting, and financial insights

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–5+ years of accounting experience (nonprofit experience a plus)
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar

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