Bookkeeper​/Accountant

The St. Paul & Ramsey County Domestic Abuse Intervention Project (SPIP), founded in 1984, has been a leader in the provision of services for victims of domestic violence, and cultivating a community-wide response towards protecting victims and their families, and one day ending domestic abuse.(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Position: Combined bookkeeper/accountant position for a non-profit

Reports to: Executive Director and Operations Director

Hours: 32 hours a week – 4 days a week (days TBD)8:30-4:30pm(in-office position)

SPIP is seeking a motivated Bookkeeper/Accountant to become an integral part of our diverse team. The ideal candidate should possess a strong understanding of accounting principles, experience in non-profit financial reporting and a passion for excellence.

• Responsible for all bookkeeping functions.
• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Reconcile bank statements and other financial records.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and accruals.
• Collaborate with external auditors during the annual financial/single audit, providing necessary documentation.
• Monitor vendor invoices and grantor/funder receivables, ensuring timely processing.
• Prepare vendor payments/checks on a weekly basis.
• Prepare deposits.
• Code/allocate revenue and expenses by funding source.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Plan & track budgets by funder, program and grant ensuring compliance and providing analysis of deviations.
• Work with executive director in developing program/project budgets.
• Work closely with executive director to develop annual budget and make adjustments.

• Prepare monthly internal financial statements and management reports that support audits, grants & board visibility.

• Support the preparation of grant budgets.
• Prepare accurate & timely government/funder billings, tracking grant budgets.
• Assist in the grantor/funder financial reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of grant specific reports.

• Assist the administrative assistant or leadership team with other miscellaneous tasks.
• Assist in other agency functions at the direction of the Executive Director or Operations Director.

• Minimum of BA or Associate’s degree in accounting or equivalent.
• 2 + Professional experience in accounting and finance, preferably in public or non-profit fields.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Extensive knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Expertise in accounting standards and regulations.
• Proven knowledge of accounting and financial systems and application of analytical skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g. Quick Books or similar) and Excel.
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft office, Excel Spreadsheets and Word.
• Experience preparing expense reports.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills for explaining financial concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Ability to maintain complete internal and external confidentiality.
• Highly motivated self-starter with an aptitude for problem-solving and the ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to meet deadlines with meticulous accuracy.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

• In-depth understanding of non-profit budgets, funding sources and expenses.
• Experience working with government grants and…