Benefits:
Short-term Disability
Life Insurance
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Vision insurance
Staff Accountant Position Description
United Way of Weld County
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
United Way of Weld County builds powerful partnerships to bring about lasting community-wide change. With the support of United Way donors, volunteers and partners, together we are building a better Weld County, one where every household has the opportunity to succeed.
OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITES
United Way of Weld County is currently seeking an experienced Accountant to join our Finance Team. This position will be the lead individual for processing revenue for the Finance department, perform general ledger maintenance and analysis, and will assist with the preparation of monthly financial reports.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY/ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Finance and Accounting expertise
Campaign Accounting Lead
Validates pledge and payment processing and ensures accuracy of transactions of donor database software (Andar) for import to Finance software (Abila MIP)
Assists, when needed, with pledge and payment processing in donor database software
Designations - Data input, research, information collection, quarterly payouts and reporting per United Way Worldwide Standard M
Assists in any campaign reporting requested by leadership
Processes Annual Receipts, including childcare tax credit receipts and HCTC receipts
Research and enter various income deposits into accounting software
Monthly, quarterly and annual closing tasks
Monthly bank, endowment, and investment journal entries
Monthly import of Andar transactions into Abila software
Monthly balancing between Andar software and Abila software
Assist with monthly financial statements
Generation of special reports as needed
Assist VP Finance with budget preparation and input
Assist with audit preparation
Provide technical advice/support and troubleshooting assistance for Finance related IT issues
United Way of Weld County General
Support and promote the mission, values, goals and objectives of United Way of Weld County, including representing United Way of Weld County in professional organizations and the community (as assigned).
Support fundraising efforts of United Way and activities that support United Way.
Support United Way annual events, disaster response, and other activities as assigned.
Participate in staff meetings and in service opportunities.
Contribute to organizational promotions including writing promotional copy, proofreading informational and campaign materials, participation in outreach, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
UNITED WAY WORLDWIDE CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL STAFF
Mission-Focused: Catalyze others’ commitment to mission to create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities. This drives their performance and professional motivations.
Relationship-Oriented: Understands that people come before process and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal.
Collaborator: Understands the roles and contributions of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement.
Results-Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good; creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies and innovations for broad investment and impact.
Brand Steward: Steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Able to read and understand financial reports and forms
Excellent customer service including excellent communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong computer skills
Problem solving and analytical skills
A team player - assist others when needed and ask for help when appropriate
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required
2+ years’ experience in accounting including general ledger and journal entries required
2+ years’ nonprofit experience preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Experience with accounting software, Abila MIP preferred
Experience with donor processing systems, Andar preferred
Experience with NACHA/ACH/EFT origination and collection
POSITION INFORMATION
Full-time (40 hours), non-exempt
Salary Range (H9) $26.21-$31.32 per hour
Supervisory duties: n/a
Reports to: Controller & VP of Finance
Eligible for remote work: Hybrid after 90 days of employment with supervisors’ approval
Background and credit check required
BENEFITS
Insurance options include voluntary medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance, as well as automatic life insurance, and an available FSA plan.
The leave plan includes vacation, sick, parental leave, short-term disability, and at least 14 paid holidays.
The retirement plan is open to all employees after one year, and the employer contribution is determined by the Board of Directors.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT
United Way of Weld County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts its recruitment and hiring based solely upon job-related qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please apply on United Way of Weld County’s website at https://www.unitedway-weld.org/careers. Applications should include a resume and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. All questions should be directed to Dawn Pace, Controller & VP of Finance. No phone calls please.