Staff Accountant

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

For over 80 years, the Erie Community Foundation has strengthened communities by responding to community needs, and acting as a convenor, collaborator, and leader to deepen impact on regional progress. In fulfilling its mission to inspire, engage and empower donors and communities across the region, the Erie Community Foundation cultivates relationships with donors and people throughout the region. As the steward of over eight hundred endowments for individuals and organizations in Erie, Corry, North East, Union City, Pennsylvania and Findley Lake, NY, the Erie Community Foundation strives to promote a united, vibrant, and thriving region for all, both today and long into the future

The Erie Community Foundation seeks a Staff Accounting to join their team.
Reporting to the Controller, the Staff Accountant will provide support to the finance department, maintaining a broad knowledge of organizational operations and policies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Accounts Payable

• Process weekly administrative payments.
• Maintain vendor and grantee W-9s, invoices, and database records.

Gifts

• Review cash book.
• Deposit contributions to the bank.
• Record all contributions in database.

Investments

• Prepare investment-related journal entries.
• Reconcile investment accounts monthly.

General Accounting

• Reconcile bank accounts monthly for The Foundation, affiliate foundations, and supporting organizations.
• Prepare cash account-related journal entries.
• Prepare reports as needed for internal and external stakeholders.

Annual Needs

• Assist with year-end audit schedules and documentation.
• Assist with Form 990 schedule preparation.
• Assist with Form 1099 preparation.
• Assist with end-of-year closing processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned for the successful operation of The Foundation.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Knowledge of office processes, practices, and computer software applications.
• Excellent project management and critical thinking skills, including the ability to articulate progress, concerns, and recommendations.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work with little or no supervision.
• Possess a high level of professionalism, integrity, and trustworthiness.
• Demonstrate positive work attitude and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills, diligence, and time management.
• Experience working collaboratively as a team and providing support to co-workers.
• Must have positive a rapport with all staff members as part of the team, the Board of Trustees, donors, and agencies.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office software programs (Word, Excel, etc.) and have the ability to learn new and/or specific computer programs; preference given to individuals with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software experience.
• Strong preference for experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business or accounting.
• 3+ years' accounting experience, preferably with a nonprofit or foundation.
• Strong working knowledge of fund accounting strongly preferred.

Application Deadline: December 10, 2024

The Erie Community Foundation offers a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package.

The Erie Community Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Erie, PA 16507: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person