Staff Accountant

Description:

Description

Futures First is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, preparing audit documentation, and managing grant and fund accounting for a mission-driven nonprofit organization.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in general ledger accounting, audit preparation, and SAGE accounting software, along with the ability to manage both transactional and higher-level accounting responsibilities.

If you’re looking for a meaningful accounting role where your work directly supports children, families, and community impact, this is an excellent opportunity.

This is a full-time position (37.5 hours/week) with an annual salary range of $60,000–$68,000.

Benefits Offered:
Medical Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Vision & Dental Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with matching up to 2%
Yearly 5% employer retirement contribution
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Rolling Paid Holidays (Instead of a fixed holiday schedule, employees may observe holidays that reflect their personal, cultural, or religious beliefs.)
Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid Model)
Duties/Responsibilities:
Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate financial data
Prepare journal entries, accruals, and monthly reconciliations
Support month-end close and produce timely financial statements
Analyze variances and prepare supporting schedules
Prepare audit schedules, documentation, and workpapers
Serve as a primary internal contact during external audits
Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal control standards
Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records
Manage grant budgets, reporting, and compliance
Track grant expenditures and communicate financial updates to Program Directors
File grant reports with federal, state, and local agencies
Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting processes
Process invoices, vendor payments, and credit memos
Reconcile AP, AR, payroll, and cash disbursement accounts
Support billing, payment application, and AR collections
Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end tasks
Use SAGE accounting software for daily operations
Develop spreadsheet reports and financial analysis tools
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes
Requirements

Required Qualifications:
Strong audit preparation or audit support experience
Knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit fund accounting
Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations)
Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
3+ years of professional accounting experience
Experience with SAGE accounting software
Nonprofit accounting experience
Experience supporting grant-funded programs
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of working at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Join Our Team
If you’re a detail-driven accounting professional who wants your work to support strong programs and meaningful community impact, we’d love to meet you. As part of our Finance team, your expertise will help ensure the financial strength and stability that allows our organization to serve children and families every day.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations
Futures First is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Nicole Benoit at hrdept@futuresfirstkc.org.

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