Staff Accountant

Bebashi- Transition to Hope is a dynamic and inclusive non-profit organization dedicated to promoting health and wellness, with a specific focus on Black and Brown populations. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion drives our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals through innovative programs and services.

Bebashi is seeking an onsite dynamic Staff Accountant. As a Staff Accountant at Bebashi, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial integrity and efficiency of our organization. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing general cost accounting and related duties.

• Preparation of monthly balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
• Assisting in maintaining the general ledger.
• Collaborating with the Director of Finance to prepare departmental budgets in accordance with funding source guidelines, ensuring consideration for diverse perspectives.
• Providing information and guidance to departments on budgets and forecasts with sensitivity to diverse needs.
• Making recommendations to enhance the company’s fiscal efficiency through an inclusive lens.
• Offering basic financial oversight for funds related to grant projects, with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Monitoring and tracking the status of each program through its life cycle with an awareness of diverse community dynamics.
• Ensuring compliance with grant guidelines and accurately allocating payroll and administrative costs with equity in mind.
• Maintaining an Asset/Depreciation Schedule with an understanding of the diverse assets within our organization.
• Verifying and completing payment of invoices associated with accounts payable, promoting diverse vendor relationships.
• Assisting external auditors during annual and A-133 audits, ensuring diverse perspectives are considered in the audit process.
• Managing the purchasing and invoicing system with an emphasis on equitable practices.
• Maintaining a solid understanding of GAAP and GAAS with an awareness of their impact on diverse financial structures.
• Performing other related duties as assigned, embracing diversity and adaptability in a rapidly changing business model.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required.

• Proven experience in grant accounting within the nonprofit sector.
• Strong understanding of grant compliance regulations and reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the nonprofit sector.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks)and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in accounting principles.
• Proven experience in grant accounting within the nonprofit sector preferred
• Strong understanding of grant compliance regulations and reporting standards.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an understanding and appreciation of diverse communication styles and cultural nuances.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

This is a sedentary position that requires long periods of being in a seated position and working on a computer. The position may require lifting up to 20 lbs.

Join Bebashi- Transition to Hope and be part of a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the well-being of our community. If you are a skilled and experienced accountant with a passion for contributing to the success of a non-profit organization, we invite you to apply.