Accountant
POSITION PURPOSE
The Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting financial reporting, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and funder requirements, and assisting with the organization's day-to-day accounting operations. This position plays a key role in safeguarding organizational assets, supporting audits, and providing financial information that supports effective decision-making. The purpose of this role is to support the accounting and financial reporting functions of Clarifi. Clarifi provides client-centered programs to promote economic stability and mobility to the Philadelphia region. To understand how Clarifi supports clients and communities, please see https://www.clarifi.org/what-we-do/
***Hybrid positing with 3 days in office***
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
General Accounting
· Process accounts payable transactions and ensure timely payment of vendors.
· Monitor accounts receivable activity and follow up on outstanding balances.
· Ensure proper coding and allocation of expenses to programs, grants, and departments.
· Maintain vendor and customer records.
· Ensure compliance with company policies.
Accounts Payable and Receivable
· Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial transactions.
· Prepare and submit journal entries, invoices and account reconciliations.
· Review accounting records to ensure compliance with organizational policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), funder requirements and the applicable Code of Federal Regulations.
· Maintain supporting documentation for all accounting transactions.
· Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
Reporting
· Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
· Assist with budget-to-actual analysis and variance reporting.
· Support preparation of reports for management, funders, and the Board of Directors.
· Assist in the development of financial statements and schedules.
Contract and Grant Finance Administration
· Monitor grant and contract expenditures to ensure compliance with funding requirements.
· Prepare financial reports and invoicing for grant-funded programs.
· Assist in tracking restricted funds and maintaining grant documentation.
· Support program managers with budget monitoring and financial inquiries.
· Coordinate and support client payment/grant reconciliations and administration
· Provide back-up for disbursements (client grants and payments)
Miscellaneous
· Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
· Recommend improvements to accounting procedures and financial processes.
· Support reporting across partners, funders, oversight agencies, and internal stakeholders.
· Accurately maintain accounting records utilizing our accounting software and electronic storage systems.
· Other duties as assigned
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent professional experience.
· Accounting experience preferred to enable position to assume non-receivables duties which could pave the path for further growth and integration into finance and accounting
· Able to interact with customers and internal team members with a strong professional demeanor
· Able to work effectively against demanding targets in a complex, multi-disciplined environment
· Able to work independently, act as a team player and wear multiple hats as needed
· Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
· Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office software with experience in designing and maintaining Excel spreadsheets
· Strong attention to detail, analytical and computing skills are essential
QUALITIES & CHARACTERISTICS
· Ability to prioritize and manage competing deadlines to make well-reasoned and timely decisions
· Attention to detail and accuracy
· Effective collaboration, verbal and written communication skills
· Interested in process improvement
· Internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas, and develop new skills
· Must be self-driven, personally accountable, innovative, comfortable working both independently and within a team environment and able to lead change
· Strong organizational, critical thinking and customer service skills
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
· Works well in a team environment where daily routines can change based on the needs of the business.
· The schedule is “typical” office hours, with occasional after-hours requirements with advance notice that can be planned.
· Travel Requirements less than 10
Salary: Up to $65,000 per year