Senior Accountant

Join San Andreas Regional Center – Where Every Role Matters.

San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) is one of 21 regional centers in California, funded by the State and rooted in the values of the Lanterman Act. As a community-based nonprofit, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in living full, independent, and inclusive lives.

Join a diverse, mission-driven team that is passionate about making a meaningful difference every day. If you care deeply about equity, advocacy, and social impact— SARC is the place for you.

Job Summary: While maintaining good public relations with the community and implementing the vision of the agency, this position will support the Chief Accountant by performing a variety of analytical tasks and contributing to key functions across all areas of the fiscal department

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and manage stale/canceled check processes.
• Record and reconcile credit card transactions in compliance with agency procedures.
• Manage donation fund disbursement requests, journal entries, and donor year-end receipts.
• Prepare and distribute 1099 forms in compliance with IRS regulations.
• Prepare and submit monthly state claims and track receivables.
• Prepare documentation for the annual 990 tax return and year-end financial reports.
• Support the Chief Accountant with financial report generation, data analysis, and preparation of federal and state-mandated reports and surveys.
• Coordinate annual independent and biennial state audits, including interdepartmental data collection and auditor communications.
• Manage the Independent Financial Report requirement for vendors, including monitoring compliance, conducting outreach, and coordinating follow-up.
• Prepare reports for special projects and program applications as required by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS).
• Assist in implementing new programs and reporting requirements from DDS.
• Develop expertise in Concur, the employee reimbursement platform, and serve as a subject matter expert within the organization.
• Develop and update fiscal procedures and training materials.
• Provide backup support in the absence of the Junior Accountant, including responsibility for weekly check runs, daily receipts, and other assigned accounting duties.
• Assist in providing technical support to the Junior Accountant and collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial data.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MONTHLY STIPEND FOR BILINGUAL SPEAKING!

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future.

Employees receive free medical coverage (yes, free for employees!), along with free dental and vision insurance for your dependents.

Our benefits include a CalPERS pension plan, offering rare, long-term financial security through a lifetime pension, excellent health benefits, and overall career stability. Additional benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

You'll also enjoy:

• Five days of paid education leave per fiscal year
• Vacation time, sick leave, 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays!
• Life insurance, with options for additional coverage
• Access to an employee discounts portal full of great deals
• We offer flexible work schedules and select hybrid positions, promoting a healthy and balanced work-life experience. And that’s just the beginning — explore the full list of benefits on our careers website! (**Benefits apply to eligible employees.)

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in general ledger accounting, reconciliation, and financial analysis.
• Experience with non-profit and regional center processes and procedures is a plus

Special Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines with a clear sense of urgency
• Strong analytical skills and ability to present financial data to varied audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to establish good working relationships across departments and external parties
• Comprehensive technical knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, budgeting and auditing principles
• Ability to apply and adopt accounting theories to complex transactions and develop/refine accounting procedures
• Proficiency with Office 365 applications and accounting ERP systems in a professional environment
• Intermediate/Advanced Excel skills including Power Query and PivotTables

Other: Use of an automobile, possession of a valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance for the minimum amount prescribed by law or the ability to provide independent transportation.