Staff Accountant

About the Role Based in Sacramento, CA, the Staff Accountant supports the Director of Finance and Administration to maintain the Federation's financial health in a fast-paced nonprofit union environment. The role focuses on accurate recording of revenue and expenses and provides essential financial reporting support. What You'll Do

• Process accounts receivable invoicing and posting of cash receipts using automation module and accounting software for affiliate unions
• Review and enter accounts payable transactions with proper approvals
• Initiate request of grant funds and ACH transactions
• Distribute checks to vendors for payment
• Process general ledger adjusting journal entries
• Maintain bank account book and cash balances
• Coordinate period-end accounting procedures, including the closing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger modules
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements monthly
• Prepare and submit payroll bi-weekly
• Assist in the production of monthly financial statements
• Assist in the maintenance of certain personnel administration, such as political reporting, time tracking, pensions, and health benefits
• Provide other general financial and administrative support to the Director of Finance and Administration
• Perform other duties as assigned What We're Looking For
• Prior experience in accounting, finance or a related field – including experience in double-entry accounting
• Prior use of accounting software required; Sage 100 experience strongly preferred
• Microsoft Excel experience required
• Strong attention to detail with ability to take clear direction, balance multiple tasks and time-sensitive assignments
• Ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to work well with other people in a constantly changing environment
• Familiarity or experience with reporting requirements related to state and federal grants is desirable
• Basic understanding or prior experience with unions/501(c)(5) organizations is preferred but not required Nice to Have
• Some travel to Sacramento or between offices may be required
• Familiarity with unions/501(c)(5) organizations is preferred but not required Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: $45.67 per hour, or $94,993.60 annually
• Benefits: excellent health care, dental and vision benefits, and an employer-paid defined benefit pension plan