Staff Accountant

at  Robert Half

A non-profit company is looking for a Staff Accountant to join their team. This is a contract to hire position that will be hybrid in Lancaster. This position is full-time Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.
In this position you will be mainly working from home with a few days in office a month. In this role you will be helping the payroll to some capacity but not processing it. The Staff Accountant will support the Controller and Finance Department in preparing reports and statistics detailing financial results. Establish and maintain accounting practices to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for business operations. Maintain accurate General Ledgers for multiple business entities. Possess a strong understanding of the accounting cycle, budgeting, and accounting systems.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance required.
• 3 + years of professional experience as an Accountant is required.
• Knowledge of Accounting Software: MIP Fund Accounting, SACS CA Department of Education Coding Structure is

a plus.

• Proficient skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

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• Maintain and update financial records, including general ledger entries, accounts

payable, accounts receivable, and other financial transactions.

• Month-End Closing
• Perform bank reconciliations, account reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies.
• Accounts Payable
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and budgets, providing insights and

recommendations to management.

• Expense Management:
• Assist in the preparation of sales/use tax returns and compliance with local, state, and federal

tax regulations.

• Collaborate with external auditors during financial audits and provide necessary documentation

and support.

• Prepare and present financial reports, statements, and analyses to management as

required.

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and relevant regulations.
• Ad Hoc Projects
• Perform administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.