Accountant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections, Accounting & Finance

Description We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join our team in Sacramento, California. This contract-to-permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in accounts payable, general ledger, and grant management. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and contribute to ensuring accurate financial operations and compliance with grant requirements.

Responsibilities:

- Process accounts payable transactions, including coding expenses and ensuring accuracy with grant allocations.

- Manage accounts receivable operations, including timely deposits using a check scanner.

- Verify payroll register details against employee timesheets to ensure compliance and accuracy.

- Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger records.

- Reconcile bank accounts and ensure all transactions are properly recorded.

- Organize and manage grant-related financial operations, ensuring adherence to grant guidelines and allowable charges.

- Compile and submit detailed Excel reports related to grant expenses and allocations.

- Deliver and manage incoming mail, including handling bank deposits efficiently.

- Ensure proper coding of expenses based on grant percentages and organizational guidelines.

- Collaborate with team members to verify the accuracy and compliance of financial records. Requirements - Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or related financial operations.

- Proficiency in managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.

- Strong understanding of journal entries and bank reconciliations.

- Experience working with foundation, government, and private grants.

- Advanced skills in Excel for creating and managing financial reports.

- Familiarity with coding expenses based on grant allocations and percentages.

- Ability to verify payroll compliance with timesheets and grant requirements.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing financial records.

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