Staff Accountant

Responsibilities

Staff Accountant (Full-Time Position) Hybrid LANWT seeks a dynamic, self‑motivated staff accountant with vision, initiative, and a strong commitment to the Non-Profit sector to join our accounting team.

Core responsibilities include

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, including payroll allocations, accruals, and adjustments.
• Perform monthly and year‑end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Complete bank and balance‑sheet account reconciliations with proper supporting documentation.
• Record, track, and reconcile fixed asset activity, including depreciation.
• Maintain accounting records for both restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Track grant expenditures and ensure expenses align with funding agreements, budgets, and reporting requirements.
• Support grant reporting and compliance by preparing schedules and documentation as needed.
• Serve as backup for accounts payable processing as needed.
• Prepare payroll‑related journal entries and allocate personnel costs across funding sources.
• Assist the Chief Financial Officer with the annual audit, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.
• Support the maintenance of internal controls and ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and funder requirements.
• Participate in process improvements to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to improve and better integrate financial systems and software.
• Communicate effectively with internal staff to resolve discrepancies and support financial transparency.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required, with a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred, with a minimum of two (2) years of accounting experience; nonprofit or grant accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting software such as Abila MIP, QuickBooks, or similar nonprofit accounting systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including using formulas, spreadsheets, and basic financial analysis tools.
• Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit preparation.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and accountability.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated commitment to the organization's mission, vision, and values.
• This position requires regular use of a computer and standard office equipment, occasional lifting and moving of files or materials, and periodic travel to courts, community locations, and organizational meetings.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package that includes paid vacation and holidays; a retirement plan; health, dental, Vision and life insurance.
• Please submit a cover letter expressing interest, a resume, and three professional references during the application process.
• LANWT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• LANWT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
• Veterans are encouraged to apply.