Staff Accountant (Part-Time)

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Client Overview:

Our client, a respected nonprofit organization dedicated to providing meaningful community impact, is seeking a Staff Accountant (Part-Time) to join its growing Finance team. This position is ideal for an accounting professional seeking hands-on experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and process improvement within a mission-driven environment.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$28/hr

Position Overview:

The Staff Accountant (Part-Time) will be responsible for supporting the daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining efficient accounts payable and expense management processes. The role offers the opportunity to start part-time (approximately three days per week) with the potential to transition to full-time based on performance and business needs. The ideal candidate will bring strong Excel skills, a solid understanding of debits and credits, and working knowledge of month-end close activities.

Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant (Part-Time):

• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting principles.
• Assist with month-end close, including reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Review and process accounts payable transactions and related documentation.
• Support the maintenance of financial schedules and ledgers.
• Assist in budget preparation and audit requests as needed.
• Conduct internal financial training and provide general support to the finance department.
• Utilize Excel for data analysis, reporting, and reconciliation tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in all accounting activities.

Required Experience/Skills for the Staff Accountant (Part-Time):

• 1+ years of general accounting experience (journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables and VLOOKUPs are required)
• Strong understanding of debits, credits, and general accounting principles.
• Ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Staff Accountant (Part-Time):

• Experience with NetSuite or a comparable ERP system.
• Background in nonprofit accounting or fund accounting.
• Exposure to accounts payable or expense management systems.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

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