Staff Accountant (48496) at The Family Place

Dallas, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

34.68

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Grant Management, Financial Reconciliations, Audit Support, Accounting Principles, Budget Monitoring, Financial Reporting, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office Suite, Nonprofit Experience, Data Verification, Independent Judgment, Organizational Skills, Technical Advice, Cross-Training, Compliance

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Job Location: Dallas, TX 75235 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $21.71 - $34.68 Hourly Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Day Job Category: Accounting OUR MISSION The Family Place empowers survivors of family violence by providing safe housing, counseling, and skills that create independence while building community engagement and advocating for social change to stop family violence. Position Summary: Serve as a key financial steward for The Family Place by managing grant accounting, financial reconciliations, and reporting that ensure our mission-critical programs stay funded and compliant. This role combines technical accounting expertise with a mission-driven purpose. You'll oversee day-to-day grant activities, monitor budgets against actual expenditures, project future funding needs, and ensure accurate and timely grant billing and reporting in full compliance with funder requirements. Lead essential operational accounting functions, including month-end and year-end closes, account reconciliations, and audit support, all while safeguarding the financial integrity that allows us to serve survivors of domestic violence every single day. Key Responsibilities: Grant Management & Compliance Monitor grant budgets versus actual expenditures and project future spending needs to ensure optimal fund utilization. Prepare accurate and timely grant billing and reporting in full compliance with funder requirements. Maintain detailed grant documentation to support compliance audits and funder inquiries Financial Operations & Reconciliations Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting. Reconcile bank accounts, investment portfolio accounts, and related financial statements. Prepare and verify journal entries for accounts receivable, grants receivable, prepaid expenses, pledges, non-government grants, and accrued liabilities. Record, maintain, and reconcile the agency's fixed asset activities and depreciation schedules to ensure accurate accounting. Ensure all account reconciliations are timely, well-documented, and audit-ready. Audit Support & Compliance Coordinate the timely completion of audit schedules and provide comprehensive support during year-end audits. Maintain organized documentation and supporting schedules to facilitate external audit processes. Respond to auditor inquiries and ensure all findings are addressed promptly. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with the Development Team to reconcile accounting software with the fundraising database monthly. Provide technical advice, assistance, and cross-training to other accounting personnel as needed. Serve as backup for accounts payable processing to ensure continuity of operations. Continuous Improvement & Professional Development Attend ongoing training sessions to stay current on accounting standards, grant compliance, and nonprofit financial management. Participate in employee meetings and contribute to departmental goals. Prepare ad hoc reports and complete special projects as assigned. Qualifications Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. Minimum of 15 credit hours in accounting. Three or more years of accounting experience. Aptitude to work with a $17 million budget. Nonprofit experience preferred, but not required. Licenses or Certifications: Valid Texas Driver’s License Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of audit and generally accepted accounting practices and principles. Knowledge of intermediate to advanced functionality of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook) Knowledge of grant accounting Knowledge of fund accounting Skilled at maintaining accurate financial records and preparing clear and accurate reports for informational, audit, and operational use. Skilled at handling shifting priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Ability to be attentive to detail and produce high-quality work products Ability to prepare financial and/or auditor statements, schedules, and reports. Ability to interpret, apply, and explain complex laws, codes, and regulations. Ability to review and verify the accuracy of data. Ability to make sound, independent judgments within established policies and procedures. Ability to organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines. Ability to communicate with and interact effectively with co-workers, managers, and other stakeholders sufficient to convey information and to receive work direction. Mental and Physical Duties: Duties are usually performed while sitting, with occasional periods of standing or walking. Working Conditions: Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Work must be performed in the agency office and is performed in an office-like setting. More About US: At The Family Place, we embrace and live our values: TEAM Together: We believe that collaboration is key to our success. Foster a supportive environment, build trust, act with integrity, and expect transparent communication. Excellence: We are known for our compassion and commitment to excellence, acting with urgency, and advocating for our clients and community. Accountable: Responsible for our actions and decisions. We accept responsibility rather than blame others. Builds relationships to drive results. Mission-Focused: Clients come first. Service is our passion, experienced with empathy and compassion. What We Offer: Competitive salary Health, dental, and vision insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Multiple Life, AD&D, and Hospitalization in life insurance options Retirement options through: 403b, agency matching, and HSA accounts Generous paid time off and holidays Professional development opportunities Benefits referenced above for FT employees This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Family Place reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Employment at will

Responsibilities

Manage grant accounting, financial reconciliations, and reporting to ensure compliance and funding for mission-critical programs. Oversee day-to-day grant activities, monitor budgets, and lead essential operational accounting functions.