Junior Accountant

Job Title: Junior Accountant

Department: Administration

Reports To: Controller (VP of Finance)

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Hours per week: Full-Time / 40 hours per week

Hourly rate: $26.44 - $28.85 / hour

Since 1977, Safe Nest has been a leading force in the fight to end domestic and sexual violence. Dedicated to a holistic and innovative approach, Safe Nest works tirelessly with survivors, abusive partners, and children impacted by interpersonal violence. With a steadfast commitment to breaking the cycle of abuse, Safe Nest serves over 11,000 clients annually, delivering more than 170,000 life‑changing services.

As Nevada’s largest provider of interpersonal violence services, Safe Nest’s impact is driven by its exceptional team of professionals. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and an empowering work environment. Together, we are building a safer, more compassionate community.

Working within Safe Nest’s accounting systems and fiscal processes, the Junior Accountant will assist with accounts payable, payroll, cash receipts, month‑end closings, and special projects. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone energetic and eager to learn in a fast‑paced environment where you will gain exposure to many facets of the accounting function, and you will contribute to an organization with a worthwhile cause.

• Process accounts payable transactions and reconcile vendor accounts, ensuring that invoices are entered timely and accurately.
• Process semi‑monthly payroll for salaried and hourly employees.
• Process and reconcile incoming payments including grant income and donations.
• Work with all relevant accounting, bill payment, and donation platforms and databases.
• Participate in month‑end reconciliations.
• Maintain vendor relationships.
• Review and audit invoices for health insurance and other benefits.
• Maintain complete and accurate financial files and supporting documentation.
• Research, track, and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Assist with preparation for the annual financial audit.
• Perform other clerical and accounting duties as needed or assigned.

These responsibilities are not intended to be all‑inclusive; the employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (preferred) and/or 2+ years of experience in an accounting environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail while meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• High degree of integrity and confidentiality in handling monetary and payroll transactions.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

• Regular attendance during scheduled business hours is expected.
• This position requires occasional flexibility in work hours as needed to accomplish department goals and objectives.
• The physical demands and work environment are representative of that which will be required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate office noise but may vary on occasion if circumstances require.

Safe Nest provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy‑related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.