Staff Accountant

Just A Start is seeking a Staff Accountant to provide general fiscal support for the organization and ensure that solid financial information is maintained and available for management.  We support a hybrid working model and expects full-time employees to spend 3 days/week in the office.

Just A Start believes that access to stable housing and sustainable careers are the essential building blocks of equitable communities. For more than 50 years, we have focused on meeting the fundamental needs of individuals and families who have been systematically denied opportunities to realize their full potential. Our programs include affordable housing, education and job training and comprehensive support services, spanning Cambridge and beyond.

·       Prepare asset, liability and capital account entries, reconcile ledger accounts, and prepare accounting schedules.

·       Substantiate financial transactions in preparation of the financial year-end audit 

·       Perform monthly bank reconciliation and general ledger duties.

·       Manage the annual 1099 process 

·       Manage the monthly credit card process 

·       Prepare Home Improvement Program Quarterly Report sent to City of Cambridge

·       Perform analysis and develop financial reports/schedules in accordance to lenders or 3rd party requirements

·       Verify, allocate, post and reconcile cash and other transactions

·       Assist in the preparation of the financial statements according to schedule

·       Assist with internal and external audits to ensure compliance

·       Assist with month-end and year-end close process

·       Work on special projects as assigned

·         Serve as backup for the accounts payable function

·       BS in Accounting and a minimum of 3 years of accounting experience.

·       Strong analytic and accounting skills

·       Thorough understanding of GAAP

·       High level of proficiency in MS Excel 

·       Experience using Intacct software preferred

·       Possess a high level of attention to details

 

 

Starting salary $60,000 to $65,000. In addition to a competitive salary, Just A Start offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, PTO, VTO, 13 paid holidays and 401k with 3% employer contribution.

 

Just A Start is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Our staff represents a wide range of ages, races, interests, and backgrounds coming together in pursuit of common goals.   We value diversity and work together to create an inclusive culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive and belong.  Applications from women and people of color are strongly encouraged. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics or any other characteristic protected by law.