Nonprofit Accounting & Advisory Services (NAAS) Advisor

HAEFELE FLANAGAN & CO PC•Maple Shade, NJ

20h•Remote

About The Position

As a full-time NAAS Advisor at HFCO, you will be responsible for maintaining a professional relationship with nonprofit clients while performing day-to-day accounting duties. Successful candidates must be motivated self-starters who can get the job done quickly, accurately and with little supervision. The role can be fully remote, except for at least twice annually when presence in Maple Shade is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (required)
At least three years’ professional high-level accounting experience (public accounting background strongly preferred)
Experience preparing financial statements (required)
Solid knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles for nonprofits
Strong knowledge of Excel (5 years’ experience)
Strong knowledge of QuickBooks (3 years’ experience)
Ability to analyze general ledger
Basic familiarity with payroll compliance and regulations
Familiarity with operating environment of small and medium-sized nonprofits
Superior business writing skills
Superior accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong time management skills and ability to keep track of many tasks that require follow-up
Ability to adapt to constant change
Ability to self-motivate, work independently and as part a team
Excellent organizational skills
Orientation to a whole-firm and whole-client perspective rather than a task-level perspective; willing and able to contribute to the firm’s goals
Strong interpersonal skills
Interest in computer software; eager to explore features and master various platforms
Willingness and ability to give and receive feedback with generosity of spirit and openness to learning
Ability to maintain positive working relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds
Committed to a long-term employment relationship

Nice To Haves

CPA or candidate preferred
Experience preparing Form 990 (strongly preferred)
Experience working with nonprofits (strongly preferred)
public accounting background strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as in-charge accountant on selected engagements - includes serving as primary point of contact for client questions; requires understanding of client operations, interpersonal dynamics, and mission
Assist clients with budget preparation, audit prep, grant reports, compliance advice, internal controls, etc. as needed
Prepare interim and year-end close workpapers which support conclusions both quantitatively and qualitatively
Prepare tax returns (Form 990 series), reflecting thorough knowledge of the applicable compliance requirements
Compile financial statements, including illustrative dashboards
Respond to questions from clients about a variety of nonprofit accounting topics, such as: functional expense accounting, coding expenses to grants, determining independent contractor vs. employee status
Analyze client general ledger reports
Design accounting database structure (almost always using QuickBooks Online)
Review the work of the firm’s Frontline Accountants who perform advanced bookkeeping services for some clients
Collaborate with Frontline Accountants and other in-charge accountants in the firm
Provide hands-on QuickBooks (and other software) training and troubleshooting for clients
Manage self-administration tasks (time reports, workplan updates, etc.)
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Employer paid life insurance (2x salary)
Monthly cell phone stipend of $50
401(k) plan and 50% employer match up to 10% of salary - eligible to contribute first day of employment
HSA, FSA, 529 plans, and Supplemental Disability plans
Tuition, professional dues, and fees reimbursement
Client and employee referral bonus program
Office closed on Fridays in the summer from Memorial Day to Labor Day
Generous PTO days and paid holidays
Casual attire and atmosphere
Employee Assistance Program
Assistance in CPA exam prep
We feed you (even if you aren’t hungry)
We offer all our employees the opportunity for extensive training and professional development coaching, team bonding, wellness and volunteer activities throughout the year.