Junior Accountant

Job Details

Job Location:

Legal Address - Princeton, NJ 08540

Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 Salary/year

Job Title:

Accountant

Department:
Finance

Reports To:

Controller

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Location:

On-site

Employment Type:

Full-time

YWCA Princeton is a mission-driven organization dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. We advance this mission through a wide range of programs that foster equity and expand opportunity for women, girls, and marginalized groups at every age and stage of life. Our offerings include early childhood education, English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction, a Breast Cancer Resource Center, economic empowerment initiatives, racial and gender equity advocacy, and opportunities for professional development and community connection.

The Junior Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end closings, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards. Reporting to the Controller, this role manages accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit preparation. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls to help ensure the organization’s fiscal integrity and operational efficiency.

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all transactions are recorded in the accounting system
• Invoice processing – process invoices and expense reports, ensuring timely payments and adherence to company policies.
• Assist in month-end account reconciliations, including bank and credit cards.
• Assist with reconciliation for childcare tuition.

• Financial reporting:
  Assist in preparing financial statements and reports.
• Budget Assistance: support budget preparation and monitoring, assisting tracking of expenditures and variances
• Assist with data gathering and support with organizational audit and tax return process

• Participate in process improvement efforts. Support the development, testing, and delivery of systems improvement initiatives
• Filing documents, liaise with vendors as needed

• Engage in organization-wide training, attend weekly team meetings, participate in all-staff meetings and institution-wide retreats, and develop both professional and personal commitments related to the YWCA-Princeton mission.

Someone who brings a combination of the following:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting/business administration
• 2 years of experience in non-profit accounting or similar accounting experience
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and professional ethics.

We recognize that experience can come in many forms — if you meet most of the qualifications and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply.

• Mission-Driven & Equity-Centered We work every day to eliminate racism and empower women. Equity guides our decisions, practices, and partnerships.
• Transparent & Trust-Based We foster open communication, clarity, and respect at all levels. Trust is the foundation of how we lead, collaborate, and grow.
• Growth-Minded & Learning-Focused We embrace curiosity, feedback, and professional development. Staff are supported in their growth and encouraged to innovate.
• Wellness & Care-Oriented We prioritize work-life balance and a culture of compassion. Our policies and benefits reflect a deep commitment to employee well-being.

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