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Job Title: Staff Accountant
Job Type: Temp-To-Perm
Reports To: Controller
Location: Hybrid (In-person at LEAP HQ 2 days per week)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: $66,300- $68,000
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (Generally: 9:00am-5:00pm)
Weekly Hours/ Week: 37.5
Why You'll Love Working at LEAP At LEAP, we don't just build great programs - we build a great place to work. You'll thrive here if you're excited to be part of a mission-driven, people-centered, and joy-filled team.
We are: Community-oriented, believing in a shared moral responsibility. Creative, flexible, and open-minded. Collaborative and mission driven. Accountable to ourselves, each other, and our goals. Committed to feedback and clear, consistent communication. Champions of a compassionate and inclusive culture. Supporters of self-care and the well-being of others. And above all... FUN!
At LEAP, you'll be empowered to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact - all while being part of a community that values who you are and what you bring.
About the Role The Staff Accountant will have a range of accounting responsibilities with a primary focus on payroll support, timely and accurate accounts payable coordination and general ledger. The position will be full time and a member of the Finance Department and will report directly to the Controller through the Chief Finance and Operations Officer. This position may provide the right candidate the opportunity to learn and grow within the organization as the internal finance functions continue to develop over time.
What You'll Do (45%) General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Credit Card Reconciliation
Manage workflow of invoices – enter all payables and other expenses into accounting system with proper classification
Coordinate vendor and other invoice payments, and employee reimbursements
1099 tracking and preparation
General Ledger reconciliation of all expenses and support the review and payment of corporate credit cards, in accordance with the organization's policy
Review accounts payable aging with Controller
(50%) Payroll Support
Prepare reimbursements and for inclusion in payroll processing
Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, including but not limited to ensuring all hours and adjustments are entered, and proactively running reports to capture any potential errors before transmitting
Coordinate changes for payroll (e.g., terminations, new hires, etc.) and data with salary or wage adjustments, compensation changes or deductions (e.g., annual bonuses, severance pay, taxes, worker's compensation, garnishments)
Ensure accurate pay rates, adherence to multi-state tax laws; as well as accurate and timely tax rates
Ensure accurate processing of benefit expenses, garnishments, and other adjustments
Assist in generating and reconciling the bi-weekly payroll. Process tax payments and other adjustments. Generate system reports and troubleshoot payroll issues.
Create and maintain payroll journals and prepare payroll journal entries
Manage timecard approvals with supervisors
Answer employee questions related to payroll
Assist the Controller, Chief Financial Operations Officer, Chief People and Culture Officer and Director of People & Culture with the registration of new State, local, and unemployment withholding taxes with the appropriate agencies, as necessary
Review periodic tax updates for relevance, accuracy and timeliness
Work with the team on benefits, and Workers' Compensation audits by gathering all the requested information as well as corresponding with the auditors
Other assignments as delegated by supervisor
(5%) Other
Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities.
Preparing Monthly and Quarterly Financial Reports for management review.
Compile documentation to support organization and funder audits
Other duties as assigned.
What You'll Bring We are seeking a detailed oriented and experienced Staff Accountant to join the Finance Team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background and solid understanding of not-for-profit accounting and finance processes, sound technical foundation of principles, including generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Core Competencies & Strengths
Must have a solid Proven ability to apply that knowledge to specific circumstances.
Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to build rapport with a diverse group of individuals.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing payments, accounting, reporting, and writing
Self-starter with proven analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to conceive new approaches, streamline processes, and to recognize and solve problems without direct supervision.
Exceptional communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Absolute discretion concerning sensitive issues and confidential matters.
Proficient experience with various software applications including MS Office and Google Suite (previous experience in Xero and Salesforce would be a plus)
Flexibility, patience, and the ability to work productively in a team environment and independently, and the willingness to meet unexpected demands with a positive attitude.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree, in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field preferred.
Three years of relevant accounting experience.
Experience working in a non-profit environment.
Pre-Employment Screening Pre-employment screening is required for this position, including but not limited to criminal history checks by regulating agencies as needed per placement.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer WE ARE AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Please note: In accordance with organizational policy, LEAP does not sponsor individuals on O-1 visas.
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Reports To: Controller
Location: Hybrid (In-person at LEAP HQ 2 days per week)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: $66,300- $68,000
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (Generally: 9:00am-5:00pm)
Weekly Hours/ Week: 37.5
Why You'll Love Working at LEAP At LEAP, we don't just build great programs - we build a great place to work. You'll thrive here if you're excited to be part of a mission-driven, people-centered, and joy-filled team.
We are: Community-oriented, believing in a shared moral responsibility. Creative, flexible, and open-minded. Collaborative and mission driven. Accountable to ourselves, each other, and our goals. Committed to feedback and clear, consistent communication. Champions of a compassionate and inclusive culture. Supporters of self-care and the well-being of others. And above all... FUN!
At LEAP, you'll be empowered to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact - all while being part of a community that values who you are and what you bring.
About the Role The Staff Accountant will have a range of accounting responsibilities with a primary focus on payroll support, timely and accurate accounts payable coordination and general ledger. The position will be full time and a member of the Finance Department and will report directly to the Controller through the Chief Finance and Operations Officer. This position may provide the right candidate the opportunity to learn and grow within the organization as the internal finance functions continue to develop over time.
What You'll Do (45%) General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Credit Card Reconciliation
Manage workflow of invoices – enter all payables and other expenses into accounting system with proper classification
Coordinate vendor and other invoice payments, and employee reimbursements
1099 tracking and preparation
General Ledger reconciliation of all expenses and support the review and payment of corporate credit cards, in accordance with the organization's policy
Review accounts payable aging with Controller
(50%) Payroll Support
Prepare reimbursements and for inclusion in payroll processing
Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, including but not limited to ensuring all hours and adjustments are entered, and proactively running reports to capture any potential errors before transmitting
Coordinate changes for payroll (e.g., terminations, new hires, etc.) and data with salary or wage adjustments, compensation changes or deductions (e.g., annual bonuses, severance pay, taxes, worker's compensation, garnishments)
Ensure accurate pay rates, adherence to multi-state tax laws; as well as accurate and timely tax rates
Ensure accurate processing of benefit expenses, garnishments, and other adjustments
Assist in generating and reconciling the bi-weekly payroll. Process tax payments and other adjustments. Generate system reports and troubleshoot payroll issues.
Create and maintain payroll journals and prepare payroll journal entries
Manage timecard approvals with supervisors
Answer employee questions related to payroll
Assist the Controller, Chief Financial Operations Officer, Chief People and Culture Officer and Director of People & Culture with the registration of new State, local, and unemployment withholding taxes with the appropriate agencies, as necessary
Review periodic tax updates for relevance, accuracy and timeliness
Work with the team on benefits, and Workers' Compensation audits by gathering all the requested information as well as corresponding with the auditors
Other assignments as delegated by supervisor
(5%) Other
Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities.
Preparing Monthly and Quarterly Financial Reports for management review.
Compile documentation to support organization and funder audits
Other duties as assigned.
What You'll Bring We are seeking a detailed oriented and experienced Staff Accountant to join the Finance Team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background and solid understanding of not-for-profit accounting and finance processes, sound technical foundation of principles, including generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Core Competencies & Strengths
Must have a solid Proven ability to apply that knowledge to specific circumstances.
Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to build rapport with a diverse group of individuals.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing payments, accounting, reporting, and writing
Self-starter with proven analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to conceive new approaches, streamline processes, and to recognize and solve problems without direct supervision.
Exceptional communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Absolute discretion concerning sensitive issues and confidential matters.
Proficient experience with various software applications including MS Office and Google Suite (previous experience in Xero and Salesforce would be a plus)
Flexibility, patience, and the ability to work productively in a team environment and independently, and the willingness to meet unexpected demands with a positive attitude.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree, in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field preferred.
Three years of relevant accounting experience.
Experience working in a non-profit environment.
Pre-Employment Screening Pre-employment screening is required for this position, including but not limited to criminal history checks by regulating agencies as needed per placement.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer WE ARE AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Please note: In accordance with organizational policy, LEAP does not sponsor individuals on O-1 visas.
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