Junior Accountant (Nonprofit)

Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to support our Finance & Accounting department. In this role, you will assist with a variety of activities including day-to-day nonprofit accounting operations, cash management, bank reconciliations, fund and grant tracking, accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing and reconciliation, fixed assets and month-end close activities. You will work extensively within MIP Fund Accounting software to ensure accurate general ledger coding and compliance with restricted fund guidelines. Core Responsibilities Nonprofit & Fund Accounting * Assist with recording and tracking financial transactions across multiple restricted and unrestricted funds, grants, and programs. * Help prepare schedules and documentation for annual financial audits and grant compliance reviews. * Post daily or monthly journal entries, perform monthly bank reconciliations, and general ledger account clean-ups under the supervision of senior finance staff. * Ensure proper cost allocation and segment/fund coding within MIP Fund Accounting for all invoices and expenses. Payroll Accounting & Administration * Process semi-monthly or bi-weekly payroll records, verify timesheet approvals, and reconcile payroll data against the general ledger. * Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries and wage allocations across various nonprofit departments and grants. * Reconcile payroll tax liabilities, benefit deductions, third party benefit cost assignments, and retirement contributions each pay period. * Assist with W-2 preparation, quarterly tax filings, and audit support related to personnel costs. Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable & General Support * Manage full-cycle accounts payable (invoice matching, coding, and payment runs) and accounts receivable (cash receipts and deposit logging). * Perform monthly balance sheet and bank account reconciliations. * Maintain financial files, vendor records, and digital documentation systems. * Provide administrative and reporting assistance for a timely month-end and year-end close procedures. Qualifications & Requirements * Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting. * Experience: 1 to 3 years of accounting experience; previous nonprofit, fund accounting, or public sector experience is strongly preferred. * Software Skills: Demonstrated hands-on experience with MIP Fund Accounting (Abila MIP) software. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. * Technical Knowledge: Understanding of GAAP rules, specifically nonprofit fund accounting rules, and familiarity with payroll tax reconciliation. * Soft Skills: High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and discretion when handling confidential financial and employee data. * Soft Skills: Exceptional communications, interpersonal, and ability to work well with others across all departments.