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Amanda Warren is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial operations for a mission-driven organization in Modesto, California. This position plays a key role in grant and program accounting, day-to-day general ledger activity, and accurate reporting across multiple funding sources. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain precise records while supporting compliance, budgeting, and audit preparation.

Responsibilities:

• Allocate payroll, occupancy, and operating expenses across programs and funding sources using accurate cost distribution methods.
• Track grant activity by monitoring expenditures, available balances, and restricted funding across government and private awards.
• Prepare billing documents, reimbursement requests, vouchers, and financial reports required by external funding agencies.
• Record journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy in accordance with nonprofit accounting practices and organizational policies.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and balance sheet accounts each month, and prepare deposits as needed.
• Process payables and receivables, including vendor invoices, donations, service revenue, and grant or contract receipts.
• Support budget development and ongoing budget-to-actual analysis, and help identify variances with recommendations for corrective action.
• Assist with payroll-related administration by reviewing coded time records, maintaining leave balances, and coordinating with the payroll provider.
• Uphold internal controls, organize supporting documentation for audits and tax filings, and assist with annual audit and program review readiness.