Staff Accountant

hyc is one of the largest youth services providers in southeast los angeles county. We are proud to announce that in the last year, we served 5,163 children, youth and adults.

since 1971, hyc has eliminated barriers to self-sufficiency by empowering southeast los angeles and long beach youth and families.

the mission of helpline youth counseling (hyc) is to help build individual, family, and community health, well-being, prosperity, and equity. Hyc serves clients and community members with trauma-informed, strength-based, person-centered prevention, early intervention, education, and treatment services.

staff accountant

• prepare journal entries.
• enter financial data into the general ledger such as accruals, deferrals, and reclassification entries.
• perform account analysis, ensure balances are correct, and assist with adjustments.
• reconcile accounts with the general ledger.
• assist with month-end and year-end closing.
• prepare monthly donations report.
• track restricted grants expenses.
• provide support as backup for accounts payable.
• assist with monthly billing to funders.
• gather supporting documentation.
• maintain accounting records in a neat and orderly manner including electronic records.
• other duties as assigned.

analytical - creation of complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses knowledge and experience to complete analytical work/research.

problem solving - identifies and communicates problems in a timely manner to the accounting manager; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; offers insight and problem resolution; works well in group problem solving situations.

teamwork - balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

ethics - treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

judgment - supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.

professionalism - approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

quality - demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

adaptability - adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

dependability - follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments.

• bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• minimum of 2 years of progressive accounting experience.
• non-for-profit accounting experience is preferred.
• knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• knowledge of cost allocations.
• experience in fund accounting with multiple funding sources is preferred.
• advanced excel skills.
• ability to work cooperatively with a team and self-motivated.
• must be able to multi-task and work in a fast paced/high volume environment.
• successfully pass a tb screening test.
• successfully pass a criminal background check.

to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made, if requested, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

hyc, inc. Is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, nation origin, ancestry, military or veteran status, including physical or mental disabilities or any other legally protected status.