Staff Accountant
We are looking for a Grant/Staff Accountant to support grant-related accounting activities for a nonprofit organization based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working in a mission-driven setting, can manage financial reporting and reconciliations with accuracy, and understands how funding requirements shape day-to-day accounting work. The position is primarily remote with some onsite presence and travel within Pennsylvania as needed.
Responsibilities:
• Manage accounting activities tied to grant funding, including tracking expenditures and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Prepare budgets, financial reports, and supporting documentation to help monitor program and funding performance.
• Reconcile accounts, review transactions, and resolve discrepancies to maintain a reliable general ledger.
• Process invoices and record journal entries in accordance with organizational policies and funding guidelines.
• Support month-end and routine closing tasks by verifying balances and ensuring timely reporting.
• Use Excel and organizational accounting software to analyze data, organize financial information, and produce required reports.
• Partner with internal teams and affiliated programs across the state to gather financial details and support grant compliance needs.
• Contribute to a respectful finance environment by working effectively within a nonprofit, trauma-informed setting.
Qualifications:
• Experience in grants accounting, including financial tracking, reporting, and reconciliation responsibilities.
• Background in nonprofit accounting with an understanding of restricted funding and budget oversight.
• Proficiency in preparing journal entries and maintaining general ledger accuracy.
• Experience handling invoices, account reconciliations, and routine financial reporting.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort learning or using organization-specific accounting software.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, or equivalent practical accounting experience.
For more information, please contact Sandi Nush 302-985-5234
Compensation
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