Accountant

Job title: Accountant

Location: Los Angeles, California

Salary: $28.85 - $30.29 per hour, non exempt

Organization Overview

Founded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California’s most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on those transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization. We develop, own, and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes. We implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans’ services, and health care sectors.

In short, we do good work.

We have offices statewide with a staff of passionate people. While we are growing rapidly, we are also selective: We’re seeking inspired, talented people who want to be effecting profound change and who have fun doing it.

Position Summary

We are looking for an Accountant to join our dynamic Accounting/Finance team. The Accountant is part of the finance team and should be organized, detail-oriented, resourceful and motivated. This position requires experience in accounts payable, data entry, and problem-solving. Primary responsibilities include entering high volume vendor payments, applying payments to the appropriate program and accounts, and resolving errors as they arise.

The Accountant will report to the Accounting Supervisor and work closely with a team of accountants. The Accountant is required to maintain a collaborative working relationship with BC personnel. Ensures timely financial obligations by reviewing payments and approvals.

Position Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers, ensuring invoices are properly approved, correctly calculated, and match printed checks
• Process a high volume of utility payments
• Respond to vendor inquiries promptly, maintaining a positive and collaborative approach
• Reconcile vendor statements and address any discrepancies
• Set up new vendors and maintain accurate vendor files, including obtaining W-9 documents
• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies by working with internal departments, vendors, and customers
• Process daily check runs, and urgent checks as needed
• Drive to drop off checks at USPS daily and at FedEx quarterly rotation with team
• Post month-end accruals
• Assist with year-end audit preparations
• Assist with 1099 preparation
• Verify daily Salesforce data
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Accounting Supervisor

Requirements

• Professional Experience

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of GAAP requirements

• Analytical and detail-oriented with the ability to see the bigger picture and meet deadlines

• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks independently and as part of a team

• High degree of discretion and sound judgment

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with strict adherence to confidentiality

• Knowledge of funding agency relations, compliance requirements, and donor expectations related to gift stewardship

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and databases

• Experience with Sage Intacct Accounting Software is preferred

• Salesforce knowledge is a plus

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• LANGUAGE SKILLS - Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical publications, government contracts, leases, regulatory documents, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to write reports that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, boards of directors, and public groups.

• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, proportions, percentages, and area. Ability to apply basic math and geometry concepts to practical situations. Facility with Microsoft Excel and ability to use a financial calculator.

• REASONING ABILITY - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical, diagram, and written form and to deal with multiple abstract and concrete variables.

• Core Competencies

• Problem Solving: Uses critical thinking to creatively investigate issues from diverse perspectives. Makes evidence-based recommendations addressing short and long-term needs

• Managing & Measuring Work: Sets clear objectives, monitors progress, and provides feedback to ensure accuracy and quality. Assigns responsibilities clearly and employs strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues and solutions

• Functional/Technical

Skills

• Possesses the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment

• Organizational Values

• Humanity: Putting people first: We are committed to meeting people where they’re at, honoring their dignity, diversity, and experience.

• Community: Building a better future: Sustainable housing solutions are fostered through partnership, collaboration, and human connection.

• Ingenuity: Innovating for transformation: Systems-change requires relentless determination, thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo.

• Certificates, Licenses, and Registration

• A valid, clean CA driver’s license and a personal insured vehicle preferred.

• Physical Requirements

• Candidates should have physical mobility for tasks such as standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, twisting, and walking on uneven surfaces. They should be capable of performing stationary tasks like sitting for up to 6 to 8 hours a day. Additionally, candidates should be able to lift, carry, push, pull light to moderate weights up to 15 pounds safely. Requires mental acuity for analytical reasoning and document interpretation.

• Labor Union

• This position is part of the OPEIU, LOCAL 30, AFL-CIO, bargaining unit. As a member of the OPEIU, LOCAL 30, AFL-CIO, the incumbent will be subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the collective bargaining agreement

• Salary range for this position is $28.85 - $38.94 per hour. This position is being offered at $28.85 - $30.29 per hour.

• Brilliant Corners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (With 5% Match)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Hybrid Work