A local philanthropic non-profit organization is seeking an Accountant to join their growing team. Their mission is to assist those in need in Orange County with resources for food, shelter, and personalized supportive counsel and aid; helping clients bridge the gap from dependency to self-sufficiency.
This position will be responsible for managing grants and contracts, overseeing fiscal planning, and handling accounts payable. As a key member of the team, Accountant will contribute to the overall financial operations and administration, ensuring compliance and effective financial management.
This is a full time, temp to hire opportunity with pay starting at $32-$36/hour. 
Accountant Responsibilities:

• Analyze and clearly communicate financial reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Oversee accuracy of financial data inputting on payables, billing, and grants accounting.
• Manage accounts payable, invoicing, receivables, and processing.
• Support with contract billing, verifying accuracy, compliance with contractual language, and timely submissions.
• Supporting annual budgeting and planning process, monitoring monthly progress.
• Resolve billing and invoices, processing vendor payments and invoices in a timely manner.
• Review expense reports obtain proper documentation, and approvals.
• Assist with the monthly financial closing process and keeping accurate financial records.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and obtain all relevant back up documents.
• Process weekly deposits checks, cash, and online payments.
• Export online donation reports and import into accounting system under appropriate class.
• Administer cash payments, checks, and ACH receipts, optimizing collections and verifying invoices.
• Maintain accurate accounting files, including the vendor database.

Accountant Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, advanced degree highly desired
• Experience with Chart of Accounts Designation
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in accounting
• Proficiency in accounting software (QBO, Oracle, etc…)
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Knowledge of GAAP principles
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Experience with Uniform Guidance Single Audits highly desired
• Proficiency with automated systems including MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Grant expenditure and allocation experience highly desired