Accountant

Job Description Hire Connections is partnering with a faith-based nonprofit to hire an Accountant for a Direct Hire role. The Accountant assists the Chief Financial Officer and Controller to process, record and maintain the financial records to provide financial information to management. This position performs all bookkeeping functions, including reviewing expense reports, inputting financial data, performing account reconciliations, government grant billing, and posting journal entries.Major Areas of Responsibility:Transaction ProcessingFinancial Best PracticesTraining new bookkeepers and auditing their workGovernment Grant Billing - 7 Multi-million Dollar GrantsBank ReconciliationCredit Card ReconciliationTransaction Processing ResponsibilitiesDocument financial transactions, including entering financial data, preparing and posting journal entries, and checking figures, postings, and supporting documents for accuracyReview expense reimbursement requests and substantiating documents and ensure expenses are recorded to the proper accounts.Prepare payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements.Organize and maintain financial records.Assist with reconciling credit card statements, donations received, and bank statements. Input donations and contributions into our donor databaseAssist with reconciling financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account informationAssist with preparing, examining, and analyzing accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standardsAssist with processing payroll and related procedures.Prepare special financial reports as requested for effectively operating the organization.Financial Best Practices ResponsibilitiesMaintain accounting controls by following existing policies and procedures and recommending adjustments or new ones as needed.Comply with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements.Maintain financial security by following internal controls.Maintain donor confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks.Report to management regarding the finances of the organization.Suggest ways to reduce costs, enhance revenues, and improve profits.Qualifications:2+ years of Accounting or Bookkeeping experienceBookkeeping and/or QuickBooks certifications are preferred.Other professional certifications or licenses are beneficial.QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel experience required.Google Suite, Salesforce, SAP Concur, Sage Intacct, Classy, experience preferred.Ability to become proficient quickly in new software.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Detail-oriented and organized, must be excellent with follow-up and follow-throughDeep passion for the company mission and values.Pay & Benefits:Hours: 40-50 hours/week - Monday through Friday, occasional other hours as scheduledSalary: $62,500 - $81,000 based on experience and educationVacation: 15 days per year, plus the office is closed Christmas Day - New Year's Day, and staff have limited dutiesSick Days: 6 Days per yearInsurance Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Workers' compensation, Unemployment, Short-term disability, and long-term disability.These and other benefits are discussed in more detail in the Employee Handbook.Company Description HIRE CONNECTIONS serves primarily the greater Denver Metro area. We are locally based and a female-owned business. Our approach to employment is progressive by understanding the specific and personal needs of what makes a great CONNECTION.With over 50 years of staffing experience and 20 years of continued growth within the life of Hire Connections, we will elevate your level of staffing expectations and career choice opportunities. Company Description HIRE CONNECTIONS serves primarily the greater Denver Metro area. We are locally based and a female-owned business. Our approach to employment is progressive by understanding the specific and personal needs of what makes a great CONNECTION. \r\n\r\nWith over 50 years of staffing experience and 20 years of continued growth within the life of Hire Connections, we will elevate your level of staffing expectations and career choice opportunities.