Senior Staff Accountant - Mesa, AZ

Since 1971, A New Leaf has been dedicated to its mission of "Helping Families...Changing Lives," making a positive impact on the lives of over 24,000 people annually in the Phoenix Metropolitan area. A New Leaf is committed to empowering individuals and enriching communities through transformative services. Guided by our core values-Compassion, Passion for Results, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, and Conscientiousness-we strive to create meaningful, lasting impacts in the communities we serve.

Senior Staff Accountant

A New Leaf is committed to empowering individuals and enriching communities through transformative services. Our core values-Compassion, Passion for Results, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, and Conscientiousness-guide us in creating meaningful, lasting impacts in the communities we serve.

Job Summary:

The Senior Staff Accountant is a key member of the Accounting & Finance Department responsible for supporting daily accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of financial processes.

Working under the direction of the Controller, this role oversees Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Staff Accountant functions while supporting the integrity of the general ledger, month-end close process, and financial reporting activities.

The position operates within a complex nonprofit environment that includes government funding, grants, donations, program revenue, and other funding sources.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting operations related to Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Staff Accountant functions to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee and review the processing of invoices, payments, deposits, receipts, allocations, and journal entries to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting policies.
• Review AP batches, AR transactions, and general ledger entries prepared by accounting staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting policies.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and support accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
• Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements and assist the Controller with financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Support restricted and unrestricted fund accounting, including tracking grant revenue, allocations, and deferred revenue.
• Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts regularly to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Assist with preparation of financial reports for programs, leadership, and agency operations.
• Assist with preparation of invoices and financial reports related to grants, contracts, and other funding sources.
• Ensure accounting activities comply with internal controls, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support the annual audit process by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Assist with preparation of documentation required for IRS Form 990 filings and other regulatory reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, procedures, and documentation to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Support implementation and optimization of financial systems, accounting software, and automation tools.
• Maintain accurate financial data and documentation across AP, AR, and general ledger activities.
• Collaborate with Program, HR, Operations, and Development teams to ensure accurate financial coding and timely processing of financial transactions.
• Provide clear communication and support to internal stakeholders regarding accounting processes and financial procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to accounting staff while supporting consistency and quality across accounting processes.
• Promote a collaborative and service-oriented culture within the Accounting & Finance Department.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.

Experience:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of progressive accounting experience, including experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Experience with Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and general ledger functions.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting or organizations with multiple funding sources preferred.
• Familiarity with fund accounting, grant billing, or government contract reporting preferred.
• Experience supporting financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP preferred.
• Experience with accounting systems and intermediate to advanced Excel skills required.
• Experience reviewing or providing guidance on the work of other accounting staff preferred.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Primarily office-based work with occasional travel to various locations for meetings or site visits.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.
• Occasional…