Staff Accountant – Nonprofit Grants & Impact

Ascendo Resources, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Lower Manhattan is looking for a Staff Accountant to handle full-cycle accounting responsibilities. This role includes managing accounts payable and receivable, maintaining the general ledger using QuickBooks, and preparing GAAP-compliant financial reports. The ideal candidate should have 2–4 years of accounting experience along with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Strong communication and nonprofit experience are highly valued for this position. Salary up to $80,000.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in accounting, including AP, AR, and financial reporting.
• Experience with grant tracking is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle AP/AR including vendor onboarding and invoice processing.
• Record journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Lead monthly close activities and prepare for audits.

Skills

Accounting experience

Nonprofit accounting

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

A nonprofit organization in Lower Manhattan is looking for a Staff Accountant to handle full-cycle accounting responsibilities. This role includes managing accounts payable and receivable, maintaining the general ledger using QuickBooks, and preparing GAAP-compliant financial reports. The ideal candidate should have 2–4 years of accounting experience along with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Strong communication and nonprofit experience are highly valued for this position. Salary up to $80,000.