What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Homeowner’s Rehab, Inc.?
Who We Are :
HRI was founded in 1972 to support low- and moderate-income homeownership in Cambridge (MA). Today, we are a well-respected regional nonprofit developer of affordable rental and homeownership housing, with a diverse portfolio of nearly 1700 apartments in six communities. Our resident service programs stabilize housing, promote economic resiliency, increase health and wellness opportunities, and provide critical programs for youth and their families. As a community development corporation, we are part of a statewide network of similar organizations.
HRI and its sister organization Cambridge Neighborhood Housing Services (CNAHS) are entering a new era, with new executive and fiscal leadership. This is an exciting time to join the organization and the team, building on HRI's strong history and excellent reputation for producing and maintaining affordable housing, and addressing key resident and community needs.
Our Mission :
HRI's central purpose is to build and preserve homes that are affordable and accessible to all. We provide safe, sustainable housing to those who need it, regardless of age, race, income, identity, or disability. We build stable, strong communities through resident services programming and our Home Improvement Program for low and moderate income homeowners. We collaborate with allies in Cambridge and beyond to expand housing and economic opportunity.
What's in it for you :
We offer a flexible work environment with a hybrid schedule, with three (3) days in HRI's Cambridge office and the remaining days remotely.
In this highly visible position, reporting directly to the Controller, you will have the opportunity to showcase and highlight your strengths as an experienced accountant, strategic thinker, and strong problem-solver. Your accounting expertise, excellent organizational skills and attention to detail will be key to your success in this role. You will work independently and also as part of a collaborative team.
A day in the life of this role :
As the Staff Accountant you will process accounting transactions and financial reporting for our four 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. This position involves a diverse range of accounting responsibilities encompassing accounts receivable, cash disbursements, cash management, banking, and month-end closing procedures. As a valued member of our dynamic and fast-paced team, you will play an essential role in enhancing our financial proficiency to a high level of efficiency.
Summary of duties :
- Manages cash disbursement process, including recording, tracking, and coordinating payment on invoices.
- Completes bi-weekly Accounts Payable and payroll cycle, ensuring accurate processing, recording and timely payments.
- Prepares monthly cost reimbursable contract billings, invoices for management and other fees charged to related party entities.
- Deposits, manages, tracks, and records all cash activity and records real-time to the general ledger.
- Tracks AR payments and balances related to loans receivable.
- Maintains Excel accounting workpapers and QuickBooks Online accounting for related entities.
- Preparing accounting reconciliations and maintaining subsidiary worksheets to support quarterly and year end close.
- Assists with annual audit support, including gathering supporting documentation and schedules related to AR, AP, and PR.
- Schedules and pays all monthly / quarterly internal transactions between related party entities.
- Annual 1099 planning, preparation and submission of filings.
- Participates in file management and accounting / finance document retention
- Other duties as assigned.
What we need from you :
What you receive from HRI :
In addition to a great organization to work for with a fabulous mission we offer a generous benefit package, including 100% employer-paid health , dental and vision insurance as well as life and disability coverage. We also offer vacation, sick and personal days as well as paid holidays, and employer matching for our 403(b)retirement plan.
The Salary Range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications.
To Apply :
Please submit a cover letter and resume to .
We believe that staff with a range of perspectives, experiences and skill sets strengthens our work. We are committed to building a workplace that allows staff with diverse backgrounds and identities to thrive, grow and lead. We support professional development for staff throughout the organization and foster cross-team collaboration.
The policy of HRI is to provide equal employment opportunities by recruiting, hiring, training and promoting applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, disability, handicap, military obligations, veteran status or any other category protected by law ("protected class status").
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Salary : $65,000 - $80,000