Staff Accountant

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team. You will report to the Finance Manager and work with the Parks California team to help strengthen our financial position and support daily operations. The Staff Accountant handles accounting activities related to maintaining the general ledger.
THE POSITION
Support day-to-day accounting work and manage month-end and quarter-end closings, ensuring all transactions for the monthly and quarterly periods are recorded.
Process cash receipts and record revenue and receivables.
Process and record accounts payable transactions. Approve payments when needed. Ensure that grant awards, invoices, credit card transactions and staff reimbursements are paid on time and follow finance policies.
Prepare monthly and ad hoc journal entries in the accounting system. Reconcile accounts such as bank, credit cards, investments, fixed assets, prepaids and payroll accruals.
Ensure that all transaction details are complete, consistent and follow our policies and procedures.
Assist the Finance Manager with year-end close, audit preparation and 990 tax returns.
Manage vendor files, W-9s and annual 1099 distribution.
Ensure all financial documents are stored in designated file locations on time and in an organized manner.
Help improve workflows for timely, efficient and accurate financial reporting.
Assist with preparing accurate financial reports for Parks California staff as needed.
Work with the Grants and Contracts Manager to ensure agreement compliance.
Help with other projects and duties as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
To succeed in this job, you must meet the expectations for each essential job function. The requirements below show the knowledge, skills and abilities needed or preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or 5+ years of similar experience in accounting or finance (nonprofit experience preferred).
Knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), theories, methods, concepts and techniques.
Experience with MS Excel and NetSuite or similar accounting software. Able to learn new software quickly.
Detail-oriented, organized, honest, transparent and perform with high integrity.
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Comfortable responding to and resolving Parks California team members’ questions.
Able to work independently and with others at all levels, including staff, management and external partners. Maximizes performance, creativity, problem-solving, and results.
Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
Fund accounting experience preferred.
Minimal travel may be required.
OFFICE LOCATION: We are a remote-first organization, which allows us to work from anywhere in California virtually, including in some of the most beautiful natural spaces across the state. Must be a resident of and located in California.
TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS: Up to 10% travel within California annually as needed.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Full-time annual salaried position of $75,000-90,000, DOE.
Comprehensive benefits package including:
401K plan with employer match and no waiting period
$150 per month reimbursement for home Internet and mobile phone service
20 days paid vacation, increasing to 23 days after 2 years
80 hours sick time
13 paid holidays
Flexible, family-friendly schedule
Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, group and voluntary life insurance, EAP
Training and development resources
California State Parks Annual Park Pass
Deadline to apply is Sunday, Oct. 25, 11:59 p.m.

Work arrangement
Yes