Title of Position:             Staff Accountant [HYBRID]          

FLSA Status:                    Non-Exempt

Department:                   Finance

Reports  to:                       Senior Accountant(s)

Direct Reports:                None

Salary:                               $55,000 - $70,000

 

About Win

Win is dedicated to breaking the cycle of homelessness by providing transitional and supportive shelters for women-led families. Many of our families have escaped domestic violence and strive to keep their families together and safe. Win’s Income Building Program supports our clients by facilitating their transition from unemployment to employment and helping those already employed to improve their circumstances. This includes increasing wages, moving from part-time to full-time work, securing health benefits, and transitioning from off-the-books to on-the-books positions. Additionally, Win offers financial literacy workshops to equip our clients with essential skills such as budgeting, bill paying, and basic fiscal management. Win’s current operating budget is approximately $150 million, with $14 million raised privately through private and corporate funding, supporting programs and services including the Income Building Program and Camp Win.

 

Purpose of the Position 

Our innovative and growing Finance Department is looking to fill the role of Staff Accountant. If you are mission driven and looking for an exciting and rewarding place to work, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications below that are required for this role. The Staff Accountant should be a self-starting professional who is comfortable using analytics. As the Staff Accountant, you will assist with various areas of finance including, but not limited to, audits, compliance, and daily/monthly/annual tasks, and work collaboratively with other Win Departments. You will also work very closely with the Account Managers in recognizing and sharing areas of improvement in our day-to-day functions.  

 

Key Accountabilities

General Accounting Processing

Financial record keeping: Maintaining a general ledger, recording transactions, and reconciling bank statements.Financial reporting: Preparing financial statements, such as balance sheets and income statements, and presenting financial information to senior management. Maintains and balances an automated consolidation system by inputting data.Tax preparation: Preparing tax documents and ensuring compliance with IRS rules.Auditing: Completing audits and assisting outside auditors and audit manager with annual audits.Accounts payable and receivable: Reviewing and posting revenue batches, managing accounts payable, and responding to questions about payment and expense coding.Budgeting and forecasting: Helping to develop annual operating budgets and performance projections.Analyzing: Analyzes information and options by developing spreadsheet reports. Develops and implements accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures. Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.Communication: Handling communications with various internal and external stakeholders.Internal procedures: Assessing internal procedures and recommending improvements.Confidentiality: Protects the organization’s value by keeping information confidential.Deadline management: Meeting all reporting and processing deadlines.

 

Essential Functions: 

Must be able to sit at a computer for most of the workday.Must use public transportation to attend Win meetings and other related Finance department meetings.

 

Qualifications:

Commitment to Win’s mission, vision, and values.Minimum 2 years’ accounting processing experience.Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. Master’s degree in accounting and CPA preferred.Experience working in a nonprofit organization a plus.Strong analytic abilities.Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.Works well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.High degree of attention to detail and multi-tasking.Strong time management and organizational skills.Ownership and pride in work product.Excellent verbal and written skills required.Proficient in Microsoft Office.Experience with Sage Intacct and MIP a plus.

 

Core Competencies: 

Leadership:  Sets an example by following Win policies and procedures.  Acts with a high degree of professionalism and has good work ethics.Facilitating Change:  Delivers high quality results consistently. Seeks to learn new skills and participates in professional development.  Managing Performance:  Works effectively with peers and interacts respectfully with clients and coworkers.  Participates actively in team meetings. Demonstrates empathy.Applying and Developing Expertise:  Demonstrates depth of knowledge and skill and applies technical knowledge to solve a range of problems.Communicating and Collaborating:   Understands and embodies the values and mission of Win. Keeps the supervisor informed about progress and problems.

 

Win is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

 

 

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