Staff Accountant

Full-time

Description

About St. Vincent de Paul Society of Marin (SVdP):
Hunger, poverty, and homelessness hurt everyone. As a charitable social services organization, St. Vincent de Paul Society of Marin County’s mission is to work daily to help individuals and families with food, housing, and crisis assistance to restore dignity and a chance for a better life. We are affiliated with one of the oldest and most effective charitable organizations in the world, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul , a Catholic lay organization of nearly 700,000 people headquartered in Paris, France that helps people living in poverty in 142 countries on five continents. In the US, membership totals 172,000 in 4,600 local communities. However, we are an independent, nonprofit organization that is governed by its own Board of Directors and is solely responsible for its own fundraising and program operations. All of the donations we receive serve the people of Marin.

We believe that everyone needs food, housing, dignity and a chance for a better life – no one can do it alone. Our goal is to provide compassionate care and critical services to residents of Marin County who are struggling to make ends meet but are not receiving the help they need. Here in Marin, since 1946, our key crisis assistance programs support over 8,000 people annually and have grown to include a free dining room, a homeless outreach team, and housing and crisis assistance.

If you seek work that is more than just a job but the opportunity to give back to your community, then SVdP may be the place for you. We are looking for staff who are ready for a career with a mission-driven organization, want to be valued, have diverse experience and skills, and want to join a committed and excited community. If this sounds like you, we would love to have you join our team!

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Staff Accountant at St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) plays an essential role in supporting the organization’s day-to-day financial operations. This exempt position is responsible for assisting with general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll processing, and supporting compliance with nonprofit accounting standards. The role also provides administrative and logistical support to the Audit and Finance Committees of the Board.

The Staff Accountant works closely with the CFO and collaborates with other departments to ensure accurate, transparent, and timely financial information. This position helps advance SVdP’s mission to provide compassionate care and critical services to Marin County residents who are struggling to make ends meet and may not be receiving the help they need.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable and accounts receivable, including county contract processing requirements
• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations
• Track and reconcile restricted and unrestricted funds
• Monitor accounts payable vendor invoices to ensure accuracy
• Assist with preparation for annual audits
• Collaborate with program and operational staff to ensure the financial accuracy of program expenditures
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and grant reporting
• Support annual budget preparation and variance analysis
• Help prepare and share accurate financial data to support departmental budgeting, grant applications, and reporting needs under the direction of the CFO
• Help prepare funder reports and ensure required financial documentation is accurate and submitted on time
• Maintain a basic understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
• Prepare and process biweekly payroll and coordinate with Human Resources on HR actions using the Paylocity payroll software
• Assist in maintaining internal controls and provide input on process improvements when appropriate
• Serve as backup support to the Development team in batching gifts and donations
• Track and maintain an up-to-date list of in-kind gifts and donations
• Support finance processes and follow established procedures as assigned by the CFO
• Perform other duties as assigned by the CFO or organizational leadership

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

SVdP is committed to providing a robust benefits package to complement compensation.

In general, benefit eligibility begins at 30 hours weekly. Eligibility begins at the first of the month following date of hire.

Our package includes:

-- Competitive compensation package commensurate with equivalent positions in Marin County and the Bay Area. The hiring range for this exempt position is $75,000 to $82,000 per year.

-- 15 annual full day and 3 annual half day paid holidays for FT roles.

-- Very generous vacation accruals that increase with tenure. Equates to 15 days of vacation accrual in first year, increasing to 25 days accrual by the 10th year of employment.

-- 12 Paid Sick days accrued each year, as well as 3 mental health days.

-- 75-90% employer-paid medical insurance for employees and dependents with choice of plans, some buy-up options for a small fee

-- 75% employer-paid Dental insurance for employees and dependents

-- 75% employer-paid Vision insurance for employees and dependents

-- 75% employer-paid Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverage for employees and dependents

-- 100% employer-paid Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance for employees

-- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts – medical and dependent care

-- A 403B retirement savings account with annual employer contribution

-- Commuter Programs – pre-tax parking and transit coverage

-- An Employee Assistance Program

-- Employer paid onsite parking

-- Free breakfast and lunch in our dining hall

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIRED SKILLS:

• At least 2 years of experience demonstrating entry to intermediate-level bookkeeping or accounting knowledge and skill

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field preferred but not required

• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze financial reports

• Familiarity with payroll processing concepts and software; Paylocity experience preferred or willingness to learn to process payroll

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required; QuickBooks experience preferred but not required

• Experience with donation software (e.g., eTapestry, Blackbaud) preferred but not required

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in calculations and record-keeping

• Ability to manage financial data, payroll information, and related documents confidentially

• Strong analytical and mathematical skills with the ability to interpret data accurately

• Collaborative nature and strong organizational and project management skills

• Ability to solve problems, take initiative, and implement effective and efficient solutions that meet the needs of the organization

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to shifting priorities

• Openness to new situations and evolving requirements; maintains a positive, solution-focused attitude during change

• Willing to proactively address issues and explore new approaches

• Comfort working with uncertainty and adaptability when unexpected issues arise

• Commitment to the mission and values of the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Marin County and an interest in serving individuals and families in need

SVdP is a proud equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity; candidates representing a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Salary Description

Hiring Range is $75,000 to $82,000 annually