Accountant

Overview

Launch is dedicated to ensuring a brilliant start for all children. Through our preschool, after school and summer programs, we provide equitable access to the highest-quality learning and care in a safe, enriching environment that prepares children for success in school and life. Our programs serve a diverse group of over 1,000 children ages 3-12 and are located on-site in 10 Seattle Public Schools locations, 3 community centers and one Impact Public Schools location. Drawing on more than 48 years of experience, we serve as a proven model of effective programming and a passionate advocate for children, families, and communities. Launch strives to live an anti-racist, inclusive existence, and welcomes diverse voices, experiences, and perspectives.

The accountant brings solid accounting expertise and supports the financial health of the organization through sound financial stewardship. The accountant is responsible for maintain accurate financial records, performing financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with accounting regulations and Launch policies.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards (FASB, IRS regulations).
• Record daily financial transactions and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Maintain the integrity of the link between the payroll system (Paylocity) and the ERP (Quickbooks Online)
• Maintain the integrity of the link between the childcare subsystem (Procare) and the ERP
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management, funders, and board presentations.
• Support grant management by tracking restricted funds, ensuring compliance with grant agreements, and preparing financial reports for funders.
• Assist with budget preparations.
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain and monitor budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare supporting documentation for the year-end financial audit.
• Ensures accurate coding of expenses.
• Collaborate with program staff to support financial understanding and budget adherence.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems.

Qualifications

Minimum Education, Experience & Training Equivalent

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, related field, or equivalent experience
• At least 4 years’ experience in accounting, non-profit experience required.
• Experience as a full-charge accountant is desirable.
• Proficiency in Quickbooks Online, experience with QBO required.
• Strong Microsoft 365 skills, especially Excel
• Strong Microsoft TEAMS skills
• A.I. experience as it relates to accounting is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic understanding of non-profit accounting and FASB
• Knowledge of fund accounting and financial reporting for nonprofit organizations
• Basic understanding of GAAP and other financial regulations
• Experience in grant accounting, both conditional and unconditional
• Experience creating and maintaining Dashboard’s.
• Ability to critically analyze data and processes.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize appropriately.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with high volume of transactions and maintain high level of accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A positive attitude and very strong customer service orientation
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to Launch’s mission
• Demonstrate an eagerness to learn and enhance skills that promote Equity and Inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance.
• Must attend any required training.

The statement contained in this job description reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of the job. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas as deemed fit for the organization.