Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing a variety of accounting duties to support accurate and timely financial operations. This position plays an essential role in maintaining the integrity of accounting records, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, preparing reconciliations, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and providing excellent customer service to internal departments and external partners. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. 

ACCESS is an energetic, diverse, and compassionate team that creates positive change in the community every day. If you are dedicated, hardworking and have a passion for helping others, ACCESS is the place for you!

General Accounting

·         Prepare and record journal entries in accordance with GAAP.

·         Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

·         Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including cash, accounts receivable, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and accrued liabilities.

·         Assist with bank reconciliations as needed

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

·         Oversee, review, code, and process vendor invoices and credit card expenses as needed.

·         Assist with AP aging review and vendor statement reconciliations.

·         Receive, deposit, and record grant reimbursements, donations, and other cash receipts.

·         Respond to vendor and customer inquiries promptly and professionally.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

·         Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.

·         Compile financial data for internal management reports and external audits.

·         Identify discrepancies, perform variance analysis, and recommend corrective actions.

Compliance & Internal Controls

·         Ensure compliance with organizational policies and accounting standards.

·         Maintain documentation and audit trails for all assigned activities.

·         Support annual financial and grant audits by preparing schedules and providing documentation.

Departmental Support

·         Provide accounting support to program staff and departments regarding budgets, credit cards, and financial issues.

·         Participate in process improvement initiatives to strengthen efficiency and data accuracy.

·         Assist with special projects, system upgrades, and new process implementations as assigned.

·         Belief in ACCESS’ mission to operate through partnerships and service to provide food, warmth, and shelter to promote stability for vulnerable populations.

·         Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required or an equivalent amount of education and experience.

·         1–3 years of accounting experience preferred (nonprofit or grant-funded experience is a plus).

·         Understanding of GAAP and standard accounting practices.

Skills & Competencies

·         Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

·         Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables preferred).

·         Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

·         Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

·         Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

·         Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.

• A valid Oregon Driver’s license with a record that is acceptable under ACCESS’ insurance policies.

“ACCESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our guidelines are clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.”