Staff Accountant

Omaha Community Foundation (OCF) believes in investing in the community, but we realize that starts with our staff. You see it in our people, our relationships with each other, and our partnerships within the community. Our passion and commitment to serving the community and each other is key to our organizational culture, engagement, and, ultimately, the Foundation’s success.

The Staff Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the Omaha Community Foundation and supporting organizations, helping ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial records. Primary responsibilities include investment allocations, bank and investment account reconciliations, journal entry preparation, administrative fee processing, and cash management activities.

Working closely with members of the Finance team, this role contributes to monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including fund statements, investment performance reporting, and schedules for leadership and Board review. The Staff Accountant also supports internal controls, tax reporting, and accounting compliance activities, while serving as a resource for Accounting Coordinators by providing guidance, back-up support, and assistance with routine accounting questions and coordination with financial institutions.

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a related field*
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or related*
  
• Strong organizational skills with a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to manage deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Willingness and ability to work as a team member with colleagues and external partners on a regular basis 
  

*A combination of relevant education and previous experience may be considered in lieu of the defined educational requirements. 

Essential Functions: 

• Lead and manage daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting activities, including investment allocations, reconciliation of bank and investment accounts, and journal entry preparation. 
• Reconcile credit card donation account and monitor system processes to maintain transaction integrity. 
• Prepare quarterly investment performance, administrative fees, and fund statements for internal and external stakeholders.
• Generate and review administrative fees, including supporting organizations and other clients, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution. 
• Maintain and update monthly financial schedules, including various financial reports and budget-to-actual reports for department leaders. 
• Prepare and file required tax forms for the Foundation and supporting organizations to ensure compliance with IRS and regulatory reporting requirements. 
• Support the implementation and maintenance of sound internal controls and accounting best practices. 
• Provide back-up support for Accounting Coordinator responsibilities during absences, assist with recurring accounting processes and departmental activities as needed to maintain workflow continuity. 
• May be required to complete other duties within scope as assigned.

This job posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and may be adjusted as organizational needs evolve.

Environment:

The primary work location is 1120 S. 101st Street in Omaha, Nebraska. This role is expected to work in the office with the occasional flexibility to work from home, and may travel occasionally
locally for meetings, events, and community engagement.

Who is the Omaha Community Foundation?

We are maximizing the power of philanthropy to strengthen our community. Our vision is a connected community of passionate philanthropists, strong nonprofits, and thriving residents. We work to make this vision a reality daily through planning, building strategic partnerships, facilitating meaningful dialogue with all our partners and fundholders, and ensuring we have a lot of fun along the way. We’re committed to these efforts because we believe a stronger community is worth it for everyone.

Please Apply At: https://omahafoundation.org/people/careers/ 

OCF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities and for pregnancy‑related needs during the application and interview process. Employment is at‑will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.