Staff Accountant I

About Young Community Developers

Established in 1973, YCD is a nonprofit organization who serves residents of all ages living in the most historically underserved communities of San Francisco. YCD takes a holistic approach via a delivery eco-system of services designed to empower residents in achieving economic mobility, in turn building and sustaining a positive community by providing them with education opportunities, workforce development training, and social services. YCD’s philosophy is that every individual should have the right to sustainable and generational economic mobility, aiming to break the cycle of poverty. Each year YCD provides around 1,200 community members with employment and training services through their programs and partnerships. YCD is also proud to share that they have been voted by NonProfit Times as one of the top 50 best non-profits to work for in the United States!

POSITION SUMMARY

This position reports directly to the Controller and is a key member of the fiscal team providing general accounting support. The Staff Accountant computes and prepares data for journal entries, general ledger, and related financial statements; performs day-to-day general accounting functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares general ledger journal entries, fixed asset tracking, monthly balance sheet reconciliation, and bank reconciliation.
Assists with accounts payable functions including but not limited to verifying invoices, expense reports, check requests, and purchase requisitions; entering data into accounts payable system; and processing weekly check runs
Assists with accounts receivable functions including but not limited to applying payments to appropriate accounts, monthly invoicing, reconciling customer accounts, and handling customer inquiries
Assists with budget preparation
Maintains fixed asset and related depreciation schedules
Assists with annual external audits
Coordinates implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures
Reviews and analyzes the organization's accounting operation; recommends improvements
Assists with related special projects as required
Performs other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

A successful candidate will possess:

Minimum one-year certificate from college or technical school, one to three years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence
Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages
Evidence of strong culturally competent verbal and written communication, analytical, and organizational skills
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Competency with using QuickBooks, Microsoft Office Suite and ability to quickly learn industry or project-specific software
Commitment to excellence and high standards
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow
Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Self motivated with a passion to ensure program goals, objectives and tasks are completed in a timely fashion

LOCATION: San Francisco, CA

JOB TYPE: Full Time; Exempt

SUPERVISORY: No

COMPENSATION: $72,304-$74,500

Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual's skills, experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

We recognize there are many factors that influence your overall satisfaction both at work and in your personal life. Under our Total Rewards Package, we provide an integrated mixture of compensation, benefits, company culture, and resources to our employees that help you reach a happier, more balanced life. Our work environment is built around collaboration and partnership, teamwork, community, diversity and inclusion. Some of these offerings include:

Competitive compensation to reward you for your hard work every day.
Generous zero to low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision premiums, and Life insurance
Free life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Employer-sponsored Health Spending Account with eligible plans
2 weeks of vacation accrued annually for the first 2 years of employment
Accrued paid sick time; 80 hours max
16 paid holidays annually (Presidential Election Day added every 4 years)
Personal Birthday Holiday
End-of-Year paid Respite Week
Employee Assistance Program
Mental Health & Wellness services for all employees
4% company 401K contribution after one year of service and 21 Years of Age
Professional development program to promote career advancement
Discounts in retail, travel, and entertainment
A fun, purposeful, and inclusive culture through in-office events, volunteerism, and community-based networking opportunities.

Young Community Developers is an “at-will” and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants and employees shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender (including pregnancy and gender expression) identity, color, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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