Finance - Staff Accountant

Position:                       Staff Accountant

Department:                 Finance

FSLA Grade:                 Full-Time, Hourly (Non-exempt)

Salary:                           $33.65 - $36.06

Position Summary:

The Senior Accountant supports the Finance department through the preparation, review, and analysis of accounting records, journal entries, reconciliations, and related schedules. This position contributes to accurate and timely financial reporting, supports month-end and year-end close processes, assists with audits and compliance requirements, and helps strengthen internal controls and process efficiency across assigned accounting areas.

Position Elements:

• General Accounting and Journal Entries. Perform routine accounting duties, including preparing, reviewing, and posting recurring and non-recurring journal entries, accruals, allocations, and reclassifications. Review and research accounting transactions and maintain complete supporting documentation for assigned areas. 

• Account Reconciliations and Close. Prepare, review, and maintain monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and supporting schedules. Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures, investigate variances and discrepancies, and support timely resolution of reconciling items. 

• Financial Reporting and Analysis. Prepare ad hoc financial reports, schedules, account analyses, and other financial information using Microsoft Excel and applicable financial systems. Support internal reporting, management decision-making, and the accuracy and completeness of financial records. 

• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. Review accounts payable invoices for appropriate general ledger coding, complete supporting documentation, and compliance with organizational policies. Research invoice discrepancies, respond to vendor inquiries, and support accounts receivable activities, including the review and posting of receipts and revenues. 

• Cash Management and Treasury Support. Prepare daily cash reporting and monthly cash flow summaries, complete bank reconciliations, monitor bank activity, and support timely resolution of cash-related discrepancies. Maintain appropriate documentation and provide accounting information for cash flow reporting and liquidity analysis. 

• Audit Support and Internal Controls. Assist with internal and external audits by compiling, organizing, and providing requested financial records and supporting documentation. Maintain audit-ready reconciliations and schedules, support compliance with accounting policies and internal controls, and communicate identified discrepancies or control concerns to appropriate personnel. 

• Other Accounting and Department Support. Collaborate with internal departments, vendors, auditors, and other third parties to obtain documentation and resolve transaction-related matters. May assist in other accounting areas, including accounts payable, payroll, fixed assets, cash management, and other responsibilities as needed to meet department objectives and respond to evolving business needs. 

Relationships:

Reports to:                  Accounting Manager

Interacts with:             Controller, Senior Accountant, Venue Accounting Supervisor, staff accountants, internal departments, vendors, and other third parties, as needed.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. 

• Prior experience in Accounting, Finance, and the not-for-profit industry preferred. 

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and financial reporting support. 

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and related business systems; familiarity with Microsoft Copilot is preferred. 

• Experience using Great Plains or a similar accounting system is a plus. 

• Demonstrated ability to perform responsibilities with integrity, accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP and internal policies. 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting matters clearly to non-finance partners. 

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines with limited supervision. 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. 

Reviewed: 10/2026

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