A little about us… Kidango (kidango.org) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.
About The Role
The Staff Accountant works under the general direction and supervision of the Finance Manager to provide accounting services including preparation of timely and accurate account reconciliations, journal entries, revenue, and expense allocations, lead the month-end closing process, and assist in the preparation of financial statements for internal and external users.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Oversee Electronic Attendance audit.
- Responsible to prepare and submit EPAR to the State
- Responsible to maintain inventory subledger to match with GL
- Review and approve A/R, A/R aging, Cash Receipt, Salesforce journal entries.
- Review and approve Parent Fee deposits and JE.
- Follow Provider's contract agreement, invoice template, etc.
- Review and approve provider payments from AR staff.
- Parent fees write off, collections agency transmittal, etc.
- Review and approve AR aging report reconciliation.
- Prepare prepaid expense reconciliation.
- Record Fixed Asset depreciation and prepare FA schedule.
- Assist in preparing the State Quarterly Reports.
- Bank reconciliations
- Assist in preparation of PRGL journal entries.
- Assist in preparing monthly agency financial statements.
- Program budget versus actual variances analysis.
- Assist in preparing 571L, Welfare Exemptions and other Counties requirements.
- Hire, train, supervise and evaluate accounting staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Finance/ Accounting Manager or Director of Finance.
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance plus three or more years of related experience or equivalent preferred
- Excellent Excel skills required.
- Experience with Sage Intacct, Paysimple, Positive Pay, and Center Track software’s is a plus.
- Previous experience in public accounting and nonprofit environment a plus
- Self-motivated and able to plan daily workload effectively and efficiently.
- An analytical thinker and a team player
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness and ability to learn and to lead the accounting functions.
- Able to multitask prioritizes and works accurately while meeting deadlines.
- Demonstrated flexibility to accommodate changing priorities.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a great attention to detail.
- Comfortable and ability to manage high volume of transactions in a fast-paced environment.
- Willing and able to work extended hours, if necessary, to meet pressing deadlines.
- Impeccable integrity, high degree of discretion and excellent judgment
- Ability to provide leadership, accept responsibility, work independently, and set own goals in a professional manner.
- Ability to work on a variety of tasks simultaneously and able to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
- Supervisory experience required.
Additional Requirements
- Must pass a health screening and TB test
- Must pass background fingerprint clearance
- Must be 18 years or older
- The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions
Perks
- An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world
- Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues
- A comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package
- Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world
Drug-Free Workplace
We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.
EEO
A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango’s culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!
If you need assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected]. We’re happy to support you through the process.
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