Accountant

Soledad Enrichment Action (SEA) is a nonprofit organization that empowers youth, families, and communities in underserved areas to become self-determined contributing members of society by providing guidance, resources, and support. Our staff is a dynamic team, dedicated to creating opportunities to the communities we serve. At SEA, we strive to hire employees with positive attitudes and strong professional skills who are looking to build rewarding, long-term careers. We offer rigorous training, a supportive and challenging work environment, and great opportunities for professional development. Grow your career while you help make a better future for our clients and families.

As a SEA employee, you’ll enjoy a competitive benefits package and programs including, but not limited to:

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options

• Flexible Spending Account and Commuter Spending Account

• Employee Assistance Plan for work life balance

• Retirement Savings Plan (403b) and matching

• Supplemental Insurance Options

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Corporate Discounts

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial administration, monitoring, and compliance of the organization's grant and contract-funded programs. This position combines accounting and financial management responsibilities with program monitoring to ensure that expenditures, program activities, supporting documentation, and reporting are accurate, timely, and in compliance with organizational policies, funding requirements, and applicable federal, state, county, and city regulations.

The Accountant works closely with Finance, Programs, and administrative staff and may interact with government agencies, grantors, auditors, vendors, and other external partners. The position monitors program budgets and expenditures, reviews financial and program documentation, prepares invoicing and financial report, maintains organized contract and grant files, identifies potential compliance issues, and provides technical assistance to program staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the day-to-day accounting and financial administration of government grant- and contract-funded programs.

• Monitors assigned grants and government contracts to ensure compliance with contractual, programmatic, financial, and reporting requirements.

• Reviews financial transactions and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, allowability, and compliance with applicable funding requirements.

• Reviews grant and contract terms, scopes of work, budgets, deliverables, performance requirements, and reporting deadlines.

• Monitors program budgets, expenditures, revenues, and variances and communicates significant issues to management.

• Follows up on corrective actions and monitors resolution of identified findings or areas of concern.

• Assists with preparation for funder, government, internal, and external monitoring visits and audits.

• Provides technical assistance and guidance to program staff regarding budgets, allowable costs, documentation, reporting requirements, and contract compliance.

• Maintains tracking systems for contract deliverables, reporting deadlines, budgets, expenditures, and monitoring activities.

• Works with program staff to monitor progress toward contractual goals, deliverables, performance measures, and outcomes.

• Assists with accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, invoicing, and other accounting functions as assigned.

• Prepares and maintains financial schedules, budget-to-actual reports, expenditure reports, and other financial analyses.

• Assists with the preparation and submission of invoices and reimbursement requests to government agencies, foundations, and other funding sources.

• Tracks expenditures against approved budgets and funding periods and identifies potential underspending, overspending, or unallowable costs.

• Assists program managers with budget development, forecasting, budget modifications, and financial planning.

• Maintains accurate and organized financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with organizational and funding requirements.

• Supports month-end, year-end, and fiscal year close activities as assigned.

• Assists with preparation of required financial and program reports for government agencies, foundations, and other funders.

• Supports internal controls and helps identify opportunities to strengthen financial and program compliance.

• Maintains confidentiality and safeguards sensitive financial, personnel, client, and organizational information.

• Cooperates with internal and external auditors and provides requested documentation in a timely manner.

• Assists with responding to audit findings and implementing corrective actions, as appropriate.

• Follows all organizational policies, procedures, internal controls, and applicable laws and regulations.

• Maintains accurate records and documentation in accordance with applicable record-retention requirements.

• Participates in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development activities as required.

• Performs related duties as required.*

*Related duties as required are duties which may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but which are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee’s class of work.

The following represents the knowledge, skills, and experience generally required to successfully perform the position. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field preferred.

• One to three years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, nonprofit finance, grant administration, contract administration, program monitoring, or a related field.

• Commitment to the mission, values, and community-focused work of the organization.

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and professional backgrounds.

• Must have reliable transportation, a valid California driver's license, and proof of automobile insurance if travel between program sites is required.

• Must successfully complete a Live Scan/background check, if required by the organization's funding or program requirements.

• Must obtain and maintain TB clearance if required for the position or applicable program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and basic nonprofit accounting practices.

• Knowledge of grant and contract administration, including budgeting, invoicing, financial reporting, and compliance monitoring.

• Knowledge of applicable government funding requirements and the ability to interpret contracts, grant agreements, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheets, formulas, sorting/filtering, and basic financial analysis.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and timely financial and program reports.

• Ability to interpret written policies, procedures, contracts, regulations, and funding requirements.

• Ability to communicate financial and compliance information clearly to program and administrative staff who may not have an accounting background.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and appropriately escalate issues.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, funders, auditors, government representatives, and community partners.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet established deadlines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, math, and excel expertise.

• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a collaborative team.

• Strong commitment to accuracy, accountability, ethical conduct, and stewardship of public and private funds.

*Soledad Enrichment Action strongly values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. All genders, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.