Protect Democracy · 13 hours ago
Accounting Associate
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry Level
$64K/yr - $71K/yr
2+ years expProtect Democracy is a nonprofit organization focused on preventing the decline of democracy. They are seeking an Accounting Associate to enhance their financial operations, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and contributing to the organization’s financial audits.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Perform monthly accounting close work, including cash and other balance sheet reconciliations, and prepare related journal entries
Ensure third-party vendors, partners, and employee reimbursements are paid accurately and on time
Help maintain the Organization’s compliance with US GAAP and applicable 501c rules and requirements across three separate entities
Contribute to the preparation of the Organization’s annual financial audits
Collaborate with the Finance team and other teams across the organization to provide financial reporting and accounting guidance
Support financial process and system improvements for more robust reporting and synergy across Org-side teams
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree or equivalent and 2+ years of professional experience in accounting
Rigorous attention to detail and the highest standards for excellence in execution
Facility with Microsoft Excel and Google Suite
Strong writing, research, communication, and diplomatic skills
Flexibility and comfort working in a fast-paced environment and pivoting to solutions as the organization grows
Ability to work independently and manage tasks across multiple priorities, while collaborating closely with a small, distributed team
The ability to foster collaborative relationships and work in a team environment with people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
Growth mindset and enthusiasm for giving and receiving feedback up, down and sideways
Commitment to and passion for protecting and improving our democracy
Preferred
Experience with non-profit accounting
Knowledge of Sage Intacct
Benefits
Generous sick leave
Flexible vacation policy where we encourage team members to take 4-5 weeks every year
12 paid holidays
6 weeks of paid family medical leave
18 weeks of paid parental leave
401(k) plan with up to 6% employer match that vests immediately
Cover employee medical premiums at 100% (with up to 95% coverage for dependents depending on plan selection)
Employee and dependent’s dental/vision at 100%
Access to long-term disability and life insurance
Fertility benefits
Home office stipend
Bonuses at the discretion of the Executive Director
Company
Protect Democracy
Protect Democracy is a nonpartisan, nonprofit group working to prevent authoritarianism.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Chris Vaeth
Policy + Advocacy (and Co-Founder of the National Task Force on Election Crises)
Antonella DeCicci
Partnerships Associate
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