What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Soni?
Position Summary
The Staff Accountant supports the daily financial operations of the organization by maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with financial reporting. This role ensures compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and supports grants, programs, and audits.
Key Responsibilities
General Accounting
Required
The Staff Accountant supports the daily financial operations of the organization by maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with financial reporting. This role ensures compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and supports grants, programs, and audits.
Key Responsibilities
General Accounting
- Record and maintain journal entries in the general ledger
- Reconcile bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
- Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP
- Process vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and payments
- Prepare and record deposits and accounts receivable
- Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up as needed
- Assist in tracking restricted and unrestricted funds
- Allocate expenses to programs and grants as required
- Support grant reporting and documentation
- Assist with payroll processing and payroll reconciliations
- Record payroll journal entries and benefit expenses
- Prepare schedules and documentation for annual audits
- Assist with Form 990 preparation and compliance reporting
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and policies
- Assist with preparation of monthly financial reports
- Support budget tracking and variance analysis
- Provide financial data to program and development teams
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 1–4 years of accounting experience (nonprofit experience preferred)
- Basic understanding of nonprofit or fund accounting
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite)
- Strong Excel skills
- Experience with grant-funded programs
- Knowledge of Form 990 or audit processes
- CPA candidate or interest in professional certification
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Team-oriented with a mission-driven mindset