Accountant

Accountant

Department: Finance/Accounting

Reports to: Accounting Manager

Classification: Regular; Full-time

Organization Overview:

Founded in 1951, The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta (The Foundation) ranks among the 15 largest community foundations in the U.S. and has deep roots in the region’s civic infrastructure. It plays a pivotal role in addressing systemic barriers in affordable housing, the arts, equity, and economic opportunity while connecting generosity to impact across the community.

The Foundation is one of the nation’s premier philanthropic institutions, managing over $1.6 billion in assets and serving as a trusted partner to more than 1,000 donors and nonprofit organizations. The Foundation works to inspire and lead our region toward equity and shared prosperity for all who call our region home. We work with residents, neighborhoods and civic leaders across public, private and philanthropic sectors to seize the greatest opportunities and solve the region’s most pressing challenges.

Role Summary 

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accountant is responsible for supporting full-cycle accounting activities across the Foundation, its affiliated entities, and impact investing operations. This role prepares journal entries, performs reconciliations, and maintains accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP. The Accountant also supports financial reporting, audit and tax processes, and collaborates with the Fund Accountant and broader Finance team to ensure accurate and timely accounting for investment-related activities.

Key Responsibilities 

General Ledger & Accounting Operations

• Support day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and monthly close activities for the Foundation, its Affiliates, and Impact Investing. 
• Prepare and record journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, payroll, allocations, and affiliate transactions. 
• Ensure payroll-related entries (e.g., FSA transfers, payroll expenses, deductions) are accurately recorded. 
• Prepare weekly and monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring timely completion and resolution of discrepancies. 
• Prepare annual endowment payout calculations. 
• Support accounting for affiliated entities, including recording transactions, billings, and collections while ensuring accounts are reconciled monthly. 

Financial Reporting, Audit & Tax Support

• Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting materials and supporting schedules. 
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation, assist with audit fieldwork, and support the annual audit and federal tax filings for the Foundation and its supporting organizations.
• Review monthly allocation entries and other recurring accounting processes.

Impact Investing Accounting

• Prepare and record journal entries related to impact investing activities. 
• Calculate and record management fees, interest income, and amortization of deferred fee revenue. 
• Maintain schedules supporting investment activity and balances. 
• Support the Fund Accountant with financial reporting, audit, tax, and regulatory compliance for impact investing. 
• Participate in Impact Investing meetings to represent Finance and support issue resolution related to impact investing activity. 

Process Improvement & Coordination

• Document and update accounting processes and procedures to support efficiency, internal controls, and continuous improvement. 
• Identify opportunities for automation and process enhancements. 
• Collaborate with accounting, impact investing, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and data accuracy. 
• Stay current on accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. 

General Support

• Support special initiatives and projects, including fee-related activities and stakeholder reporting. 
• Provide backup support across accounting functions as needed. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager.

• 5 years of solid accounting experience with bachelor's degree in accounting; nonprofit experience preferred.
• Preferred experience includes corporate accounting, payroll, and exposure to multiple accounting systems.
• Solid understanding of nonprofit, fund, consolidation, and investment accounting principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, but also Outlook and Word.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Highly self-motivated, detail and results oriented.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills (listening, interpersonal, oral, written).
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work and multiple requests/projects while managing long-term assignments.
• Self-starter with initiative to proactively investigate discrepancies and offer process improvements.
• Ability to effectively utilize accounting software.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment with cross-functional processes.
• A high degree of professionalism, confidence, and flexibility that allows the incumbent to work collaboratively and effectively with stakeholders and colleagues of diverse backgrounds.
• A clear commitment to equity of opportunity and a genuine respect for diversity, equity and inclusion.

Other:

The Community Foundation operates in a hybrid working environment with staff working in-office three days per week (Tuesday – Thursday) and the opportunity to work two days remote per week if in good standing. 

All employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (medical and religious exemption accommodation possible) within 30 days of hire.

Compensation: 

To be determined based upon experience and qualifications within the anticipated salary range of $75,000 - $85,000 per year. This position is exempt, and employee is eligible for the Foundation’s competitive health and benefits plan that includes:   

• Two weeks accrued paid vacation 
• Two weeks accrued paid sick leave 
• Four mental health days 
• Two personal days 
• Two floating holidays 
• Ten holidays 

Benefits: 

• All benefits effective on date of hire – no waiting period 
• 100% employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision) for employee-only insurance plans 
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and AD&D 
• 100% employer-paid short-term disability and long-term disability 
• 100% employer-paid parking downtown Atlanta or monthly MARTA card 
• Affordable plans for legal insurance, critical illness, supplemental life, and more 
• Employee Assistance Program 

Retirement: 

• Immediate eligibility to contribute to a 403(b) plan, plus a 6% employer-paid contribution after one year of employment—regardless of employee contributions. 
• Culture and Development: 
• Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for each team member including trainings, resources, development opportunities, etc. 
• Two Wellness Rooms for mental health with self-care items 
• Fun monthly employee engagement activities 

To Apply:

Please apply directly through the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta’s Careers Page by submitting your resume and application to the "Accountant” job posting. 

The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta values diversity and inclusion; therefore we honor the diverse needs, strengths, voices, and backgrounds of all individuals in our regional community.

Salary : $75,000 - $85,000