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Pacific Forest Trust

Senior Accountant

Pacific Forest Trust, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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About Pacific Forest Trust Pacific Forest Trust (PFT) is a national leader in forest conservation that delivers landscape-scale results on the ground in the West and develops innovative incentives for forest conservation at the national level. We do so in ways that reward private landowners for managing for public benefits such as clean water, a healthy climate, and habitat for abundant native wildlife. Our work sustains rural communities, restores climate resilient forests, enhances water security and protects landscapes across ownership boundaries.

PFT has led the permanent conservation of over 360,000 acres of privately owned forestland and owns and stewards working forest conservation easements on 130,000 acres. We also own 2,100 acres and manage an additional 15,000 acres for ecological outcomes and sustainable wood products. Our projects are outstanding not only for their landscape scale but for their high standards for delivering multiple public benefits. PFT is thrice accredited by the National Land Trust Accreditation Commission. Learn more athttp://www.PacificForest.org

About this Opportunity This isa great opportunityfor a skilled accountant who wants to learn and grow in the broader arena of non-profit administration. TheSeniorAccountantmaintainsthe accounting records of the Pacific Forest Trust (PFT) and for another non-profit client for which PFT provides accounting and administrative services.Responsibilities include exercising accounting controls and ensuring that all accounting functions are carried out in accordance with applicable accounting standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares monthly and annual financial reports, including balance sheet, income statement (accrual and cash basis), and statement of cash flows

Prepares journal entries and reconciles ledger accounts

Participates in annual budgeting process

Performs year-end closing procedures

Prepares audit schedules and participates in annual audit field work

Reconciles or supervises reconciliation of monthly bank, credit card and investment account statements

Supervises the accounts payable and accounts receivable processes

Prepares and processes payroll, retirement plan contributions and tax returns for approval and submission; maintains all associated records

Monitors operating cash balance and prepares bi-weekly cash forecast

Assists in preparation of grant budgets and funder reports

Prepares all reports as required by regulatory agencies, including quarterly timber tax returns for client

Ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and organization’s policies, procedures, and contracts

Maintains and audits records of PFT, client and contractor insurance to ensure compliance

Prepares annual filings to multiple state charitable registration offices

Ensures compliance with two CFR 200 requirements related to federal grant awards

Ensures compliance with record retention requirements

Related duties as may be assigned

Reports to:

Director of Finance and Administration

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum of three (3) years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a nonprofit or mission-driven organization

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with complex functions and data analysis

Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software strongly preferred

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams, external partners, and vendors

Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies or variances in financial data

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills; proven ability to prepare, document, and maintain thorough records of financial transactions and journal entries

Skilled at managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team setting

Experience with federal or state grant management is highly desirable

Location:

San Francisco main office. In-person, in-office.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday.

Language:

English (Required)

Benefits and Compensation:

This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary and benefits package.

Salary:

$80,000-90,000. Salary is determined by a number of factors including education, experience, skills, training, and location.

TO APPLY:

Submit resume and cover letter tojobs@pacificforest.org. Put “Senior Accountant” and your name in the Subject line. Please do not simply click and send your resume through Indeed. We are looking for applicants who will take the time to read the job description, learn a little about us by looking at our website, and consider whether this is a job and an organization that they would like to learn more about. This position will remain open until filled.

Job specifics

Seniority level

— Mid-Senior level

Employment type

— Full-time

Job function

— Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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