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Accountant
Elliot Park/Hybrid
The mission of Catholic Charities Twin Cities is to serve those most in need and to advocate for justice in the community. Our programs for children, families, and adults serve more than 25,000 people every year. As the need for our services grows, Catholic Charities is working to adapt and respond with strategies that prevent poverty, meet basic needs in times of crisis, and create pathways to greater stability.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Accountant position supports the organization’s financial operations by performing general accounting, financial reporting, reconciliation, and analysis activities. This role works closely with finance leadership to ensure accurate and timely financial statements, compliance with accounting standards, and effective stewardship of organizational resources. Responsibilities include support for operating funds as well as investment, endowment, and trust accounting, audit preparation, and process improvement initiatives.
WAGE RANGE: $72,000 - $79,000/annually
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Perform month‑end and year‑end close activities, including general ledger journal entries, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and preparation of internal and external financial reports.
- Prepare and reconcile bank, investment, endowment, and trust accounts; investigate variances and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Support accounting for investments, endowments, and trusts, including recording activity, tracking balances, monitoring restrictions, and assisting with related reporting.
- May assist with revenue and receivables accounting, including allowances, accruals, and reconciliations, as applicable.
- Provide financial and accounting support to program, operational, and administrative teams as needed.
- Prepare ad‑hoc financial analyses and reports to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial decision‑making.
- Prepare audit schedules and workpapers; assist with annual financial statement audits and tax filings (e.g., Form 990 or equivalent).
- Develop, document, and maintain accounting procedures; collaborate across departments to improve processes, internal controls, and operational efficiency.
- Serve as backup for other accounting functions and participate in cross‑training activities.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS/TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Three to five years of progressively responsible accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Experience with preparing and reconciling bank, investment, endowment, and trust accounts.
- Experience with financial reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency with Excel and financial systems; experience with cloud‑based accounting software preferred.
- Non-Profit accounting and grant funding experience preferred. i.e. has experience with programmatic, grant‑funded, or medical services revenue.
- Skilled communicating effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization.
- Familiarity with medical billing, third‑party payers, or government reimbursement (e.g., Medicaid, Medicare, managed care).
- CPA or progress toward CPA designation preferred.
- Has strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
- Must work well independently with a strong initiative and ownership of work
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume revenue environment
- Has the ability to work with diverse and/or low-income populations, including those who may be experiencing homelessness, unstable housing, and/or mental illness.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
CPR | No |
Driving | No |
Operating specialized machinery (additional assessment may be required) | No |
Walking or standing > 2 hours/shift | No |
Lifting up to 25lbs without assistance | No |
Lifting up to 50lbs without assistance | No |
Physically restraining clients | No |
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Catholic Charities does not discriminate against applicants for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender, nationality, age, marital status, disability status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, sexual orientation or preference, ancestry, familial status, or any other legally protected group.
Salary : $72,000 - $79,000