What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Jewish Vocational Service (JVS)?
Why Join JVS? JVS is a nonprofit working to close opportunity gaps in employment by supporting jobseekers with the skills and confidence to secure quality careers with family-sustaining wages. Grounded in core values of repairing the world and focused on helping our program participants achieve economic mobility, we believe everyone deserves access to training and the chance for a good job. JVS develops training programs in close partnership with employers in high growth sectors, offering high quality jobs. Building on decades of experience and success, JVS is a data-driven organization that takes a whole systems approach to addressing employment and economic equity. Through our direct service programs, employer engagement and policy change, JVS is working toward a future where everyone has access to quality education and training programs that lead to high quality employment and economic mobility. The Role The Staff Accountant supports the Finance team by performing timely and accurate monthly account reconciliations and contributing to the month-end close process. This role is also responsible for ensuring the prompt and precise processing of accounts payable, helping maintain strong financial controls and high-quality financial reporting.Scope Oversee the full administration of the JVS Bill.com platform, including review and approval of all accounts payable transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policiesPrepare monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely mannerReconcile balance sheet accounts each month to supporting documentation, collaborating with the Controller to investigate and resolve variances in areas such as fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and other key accountsPrepare adjusting journal entries as needed to support accurate financial reportingAssist with annual audit preparation by maintaining organized and complete audit schedules and supporting documentation throughout the fiscal yearMonitor actual expenses against budget and identify discrepancies or variances for reviewMaintain complete and accurate vendor records and documentationPrepare annual 1099 filings, ensuring compliance with federal reporting requirementsProcess and reconcile corporate credit card transactions on a monthly basisCoordinate with the Senior Revenue Manager to ensure accounts payable records align with documentation required for government contract billingProvide support to the Senior Payroll Manager as neededProduce ad-hoc financial reports and analyses to support departmental and organizational needsQualifications Minimum Qualifications3 years of accounting experience, with a strong emphasis on accounts payableProficiency in Excel and comfort working in a Windows-based environmentDemonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and solve problems with minimal guidanceStrong analytical skills with a keen eye for identifying errors and recommending process improvements to prevent recurrenceExcellent customer service and relationship-building skillsAbility to thrive in a multicultural environment and work respectfully with a diverse staff and clienteleStrong written and verbal communication skillsExceptional organizational skills and attention to detailProven ability to meet deadlines and manage competing prioritiesConsistent demonstration of professionalism and integrityAbility to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, performance-driven environmentPreferred QualificationsExperience with nonprofit cost accountingAdministrator-level experience with Bill.comExperience with Sage IntacctExperience working with large accounting platforms, ERP systems, or complex financial databasesDegree in Accounting or FinanceWhat We Offer Annual Salary: $78,000 - $83,000 100% covered medical and dental plans for the employee Accrued sixteen (16) days of Vacation accrued ten (10) days of Paid Sick Leave Paid federal and Jewish holidays 3% 403(b) retirement contribution match and 3% non-elective contribution Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA Pet Insurance Discounts Employee Assistance Program Professional development opportunities and $500 Work-From-Home stipend The expectation for this role is to work in our San Francisco office and/or worksites on a hybrid work schedule; JVS does not provide relocation packages4 Day Work Week As an Equal Opportunity Employer, JVS is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We welcome diverse applicants. Please let us know if you need accommodations or auxiliary aids for the interview process. Powered by JazzHRhPyODTEudg
Salary : $78,000 - $83,000
