Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Habitat for Humanity International

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Habitat for Humanity International, offering a hybrid work schedule after an initial 60-day period. The organization is dedicated to building stronger communities globally through the provision of affordable housing solutions. This Staff Accountant position is integral to the smooth functioning of day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of all financial reporting. The individual in this role will be responsible for managing core accounting processes, thereby directly supporting the financial health that underpins Habitat for Humanity International’s vital mission. This foundational accounting support is crucial for the organization’s ability to continue its impactful work.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid
• Pay: $55000–$63000 yearly
• Mission: This person ensures accurate financial records and supports crucial accounting operations for the organization.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Journal Entries: Prepare and accurately record journal entries into the accounting system to maintain precise and up-to-date financial records.
• Accounts Receivable: Support all aspects of accounts receivable processes, including the timely and accurate recording of revenue and monitoring incoming funds.
• Reconciliations: Conduct thorough reconciliations of various balance sheet accounts on a regular basis, specifically including cash and receivables, to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Month-End Close: Provide essential assistance with both month-end and year-end close activities, contributing to the timely completion of financial statements.
• Audit Support: Actively support audit preparation by gathering necessary documentation and information, and fulfill financial reporting needs as required.

The Must-Haves
• Background: An Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is the minimum educational requirement for this Entry-Level career stage position.
• Experience: 1–3 years of accounting experience is preferred, indicating a need for foundational practical knowledge in accounting principles and practices.
• Skills: Possess strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel for various accounting tasks, maintain a high attention to detail and accuracy in all financial documentation, and exhibit the ability to effectively manage deadlines across multiple priorities.
• Bonus: Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to effectively respond to internal financial inquiries and actively support process improvements within the accounting function.