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COME CREATE IMPACT WITH US Downtown Streets Team (DST) is looking for a passionate and outgoing Staff Accountant who is ready to help us end homelessness through the dignity of work and the power of community. We run two proven programs in 20 cities that successfully transition the unhoused to self-sufficiency. The Nonprofit Times calls Downtown Streets Team one of the best nonprofits to work for. Our innovative model of social action has been recognized as one of five evidence-based, best-practices in California. We offer meaningful work alongside compassionate and talented colleagues as well as competitive benefits & salaries. We encourage collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning. SUMMARY: The Staff Accountant is responsible all aspects of the accounting cycle for specific communities. They work closely with directors and prepare government agency and customer billing invoices, record payments and collect receivables, prepare budgets and modifications, enter invoices and credit card expenses, maintain vendor accounts, and prepare general ledger reconciliations and audit schedules. Building relationships and communicating with agency funders and community partners, is required to be successful. WHAT YOU'LL DO: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is a hybrid position that requires you to be in the office 1-2 days per week, as needed, in the San Jose office. Grant Billing and Collections Ensure transactions are recorded promptly and accurately in accordance with internal accounting policies. Prepare and submit government billings and respond to inquiries regarding discrepancies. Record payments, reconcile receivables, and communicate with delinquent accounts to collect outstanding balances. Review contracts, understand deadlines, submission requirements, and documentation. Monitor and analyze budget allocations and develops budget modifications conforming with agency and federal funding requirements. Measure actual performance against budget and report on variances. Communicate with agency staff to promote collaboration and process improvement. General Ledger Prepare and record payroll journal entries and allocations into accounting software. Process bank deposits and record check payments and ACH deposits. Record and reconcile contributed and earned revenue. Ensure accuracy of accounting data and reconcile general ledger and bank accounts. Maintain vendor accounts, prepare credit applications for new accounts, close vendor accounts. Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies in billings and payments. Prepare year end vendor tax reports (1099s). Administer employee credit card and expense reimbursement program. WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university in a work-related discipline or field. A minimum of four years professional experience required. Ability to read and analyze financial reports. Strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax regulations. Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Excel (VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables), Salesforce, Accounting, Budget Payroll software, Adobe. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. ​​​​​ WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: A chance to positively impact your community on one of the biggest domestic challenges of the day Competitive nonprofit compensation Options for fully paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for employees, with FSA and HSA health plans available Option to enroll in 401k after 90 days, and up to 6% company match, after one year of employment 15 days off PTO, increasing with tenure Over 10 paid holidays annually Paid company closure for five days during the summer Paid company closure for five days between Christmas and New Year Day off on your birthday One month paid sabbatical after five years, not charging PTO Internal growth opportunities Access to professional development resources and reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) WORK ENVIRONMENT: Moderate noise associated with an open office work environment. Work environment and physical location may vary, depending on the space available and the needs of the community and the program. COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY We thrive as an organization when unique identities, experiences & perspectives are represented. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. WE HOPE YOU WILL CONSIDER JOING US TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT IN OUR COMMUNITY.