Western Environmental Law Center · 1 week ago
Staff Accountant
Eugene, OR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$60K/yr - $64K/yr
0+ years expWestern Environmental Law Center is a leading nonprofit environmental law firm based in Eugene, Oregon. They are seeking a Staff Accountant to support the Finance & Administration Director by ensuring accurate recordkeeping, timely reporting, and smooth day-to-day financial operations.
CommunitiesConsulting
Hiring Manager
B. Clay Southworth
Responsibilities
Assist with the full cycle of accounts payable and receivable, including client cost billings and donor receipt processing
Assist with recording financial transactions in accordance with GAAP and fund accounting principles
Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
Assist with month-end close activities, including tracking restricted grants and donations
Assist with monthly employee time and leave tracking and reporting
Assist with annual audit preparation and documentation, and related tax filings
Assist with annual budgeting and planning process and reviewing budget to actual reports for variances
Maintain organized digital and physical financial records
Assist with maintaining and complying with internal policies and external regulations
Assist with filing required nonprofit forms (e.g., IRS Form 990, state charity registrations)
Assist with grant accounting, including budget compliance and financial reporting
Assist with city, county, and state licensing and business registration
Assist with maintaining lease tracking and related requirements for all offices
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field, or the equivalent work experience, required
0-2 years of relevant bookkeeping and/or accounting work experience (internships or entry-level roles welcome)
Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Excellent communication skills and an initiative-taking, collaborative mindset
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to adhere to deadlines, and manage and prioritize multiple projects
Discretion in handling sensitive information
A commitment to conceptualizing and implementing strategies that further equity, inclusion, and justice, including through the just treatment and meaningful involvement of clients, partners, and frontline community groups and individuals
Demonstrated commitment to WELC's mission and strategies and the public interest as well as a love for the land, waters, wildlife, and communities of the western U.S
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field, preferred
Competency working with Microsoft 365, QuickBooks Online, Salesforce, and/or Adobe Acrobat, a plus
Understanding of fund accounting and nonprofit financial practices, a plus
Benefits
Health, vision, dental, life, and disability coverage (with 100% employer paid premiums)
A 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% employer match
22 days combined of paid annual vacation and personal leave
13 days of paid holiday leave
Paid sick leave
A paid long-term leave policy (3 months sabbatical leave for every 5 years of employment)
Company
Western Environmental Law Center
Western Environmental Law Center uses the power of the law to safeguard the wildlife, wildlands, and communities of the American West.
11-50 employees
Funding
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