Job Description
Do you:
Believe the way to break the spirit of poverty is through the dignity of work?
Want to support those who help people in poverty connect to employment at family supporting wages? Career Path Services is looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team, to support our staff becoming an ambassadors of hope. Successful Staff Accountants are dedicated to delivering amazing customer service in support of our organization. The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing financial reports to track the organizations assets, liabilities, profit and loss, and other related financial activities. The position will perform a variety of moderately complex accounting functions relating to the maintenance of the general ledger and preparation of financial reports. On any given day, you'll work to build a stronger organization by providing critical support to help our staff eliminate barriers and connect job seekers to employment, help employers find the talent they need for their businesses to grow and thrive.
This Position is full time, regular and will be hybrid (remote and in-person at our Spokane office). Career Path Services values the power of diversity and endeavors to build upon this vital strength. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all of our staff and customers. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We are committed to attracting, recruiting, retaining and advancing a diverse team that is responsive to the needs of our diverse clients. We strongly encourage applications from individuals representing diverse backgrounds and communities, including but not limited to Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, and multiracial individuals, as well as people of color (POC), LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, veterans, immigrants, refugees, individuals from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds and any other marginalized or underrepresented groups. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and valued.
ABOUT THE JOB The Staff Accountant is responsible for execution of day-to-day accounting functions. This Staff Accountant role will be performed primarily remotely. Training will be in an hybrid format (partly in office and part virtual).
The major responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Performs general cost accounting and other related duties in the accounting department.
- Maintains the general ledger for assigned contracts and accounts; reviews for accuracy and integrity.
- Prepares periodic internal revenue and expense vs budget reports and shares with operations team.
- May reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
- Verifies payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts; reviews, reconciles and approves individual A/P, VISA, A/R and other related transactions for processing; resolves fiscal discrepancies with staff.
- Reviews contracts; provides interpretation of and compliance with funding agency and institutional regulations and policies to staff and interested parties.
- May process staff payroll including maintaining and reconciling payroll-related accounts, calculate appropriate deductions for fringe benefits and ensure vendor payments are made; including required tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
- Prepares, analyzes, and monitors program budgets with program leadership.
- Collaborates with assigned program leadership to analyze and review ongoing financial results.
- Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit and ongoing monitoring.
- May coordinate with software vendor to maintain accounting software system; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software.
- Works well under pressure, meets multiple and conflicting deadlines.
- Demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers at all times.
- Actively engages in continuous quality improvement.
- Performs other related duties as assigned
CORE COMPETENCIES We look for individuals who exhibit our organizational core competencies and who have the knowledge of, or ability to learn the key technical competencies and skills for this job.
Technical Competencies and Skills
- Proficient knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
- Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
- Highly proficient with accounting software.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records
- Ability to work remotely and engage customers from various virtual and tele-platforms.
Organizational Core Values
- Integrity: Stay true to our mission, purpose, and vision; act in harmony with our beliefs and values; gain trust while respecting boundaries; keep commitments, hold ourselves and others accountable.
- Courage: Take smart risks and challenge status quo; challenge actions inconsistent with organization's values; speak up, even when uncomfortable; perform heroic actions advocating for those the organization serves.
- Generosity: Extend hospitality, appreciation, and have dedication to serve others; seek what is best for the organization rather than self; act humbly; treat everyone with kindness and dignity.
- Visionary: Embrace an entrepreneurial spirit; pioneer new ideas and demonstrate curiosity; embrace failure to break boundaries and learn rapidly; be willing to do things differently; adapt and stay nimble by finding time to simplify.
- Leadership: Humbly guide and lead others to make a positive difference; contribute to the larger good; share knowledge; commit self and others to professional growth; be a life-long learner; engage in open, honest communication.
- Excellence: Perform with integrity to ensure accurate and competent results with a positive impact; extend beyond minimum expectations; consider other points of view; think critically and problem solve by identifying root causes; show unity through teamwork.
EXPERIENCE/POSITION REQUIREMENTS Required
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field, or related accounting experience in lieu of degree requirement.
- Technical expertise, including experience with computer-based accounting software, spreadsheet software.
- Must be able to work in a culturally diverse and fast-paced environment and demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and cultural competency.
Preferred
- 3+ years of experience in non-profit government accounting, finance or related field
- Certification in accounting related field.
BENEFITS In the spirit of generosity for our employees, we have developed a leading benefit package to attract employees, take care of them while working for us, and to ensure they can in turn take care of their families:
- Leading health care package, including medical with both F.S.A. and H.S.A. options, dental, and vision
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary/supplemental group term life insurance, group AD&D insurance, hospital indemnity coverage, accident coverage, critical illness coverage, legal coverage, and identity theft coverage
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with a leading employer discretionary contribution
- Paid Vacation (accrue 12 hours/month), Sick (accrue 8 hours/month), Bereavement (1 week), Jury Duty and Military Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays, including Floating Holiday and Birthday Holiday
- Cell Phone Reimbursement Allowance, Internet Reimbursement Allowance and Personal Development Reimbursement Allowances
- Tuition Reimbursement program and a qualified employer for the Federal Loan Forgiveness Program
ABOUT CAREER PATH SERVICES Career Path Services is a workforce development and employment training 501(c)3 nonprofit headquartered in Spokane, WA. As an organization, we pride ourselves in being a part of our community and truly enriching the community we work in. We value our diverse team-based environments while recognizing the creativity and initiative of individuals. Career Path Services is committed to honoring our employees' service to our mission and values by providing continuous training and development opportunities. We have been honored to be named a top 50 Best Nonprofits to Work For by the Nonprofit Times seven years in a row, and are more than proud of our employees who make this happen. Our amazing employees make us a great place to work because of their high character and competence.
Career Path Services is an equal opportunity employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to persons of disability. TTY relay 1-800-833-6388.
Empowering ALL People. Enhancing an Equitable Workforce. Enriching Diverse Communities. Job: Staff Accountant
Primary Location: Spokane, WA; (Hybrid: remote and in office)
Salary: Salary offer range for new hires: $53,000-58,000 annually (full range for lifetime of role $53,000 - $74,000)
Recruitment Closing Date: TBD - The hiring authority reserves the right to make hiring decisions and/or close this posting at any time. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.
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