Staff Accountant

Are you interested in building a career that makes a difference and creates a legacy? Human Appeal is a faith-based charity that aims to abolish poverty by providing humanitarian aid, sustainable development programs and championing advocacy for our beneficiaries worldwide. **JOB OBJECTIVES** As a **Staff Accountant** to independently manage key accounting functions, with primary responsibility for bank and balance sheet reconciliations, month‑end close activities, and general ledger integrity. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who can own accounts end‑to‑end, identify issues proactively, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. The Staff Accountant will work closely with the Accounting Manager and other cross‑functional teams to support the month‑end close, improve accounting processes, and maintain clean, well‑documented financial records. This role is expected to exercise sound judgment, work with limited supervision, and support continuous improvement initiatives, including system optimization within **Dynamics 365 Business Central**. **WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS)** Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: **Bank, Cash, and Balance Sheet Reconciliations** - Independently prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations for operating, clearing, and other cash accounts - Reconcile cash receipts from customers and third‑party payment platforms to bank deposits and the general ledger - Investigate, resolve, and document reconciling items including timing differences, fees, deposits in transit, and adjustments - Ensure reconciliations are accurate, fully supported, and completed according to close timelines - Identify recurring issues and recommend process or control improvements **General Ledger Management** - Maintain accuracy and integrity of assigned general ledger accounts - Perform detailed balance sheet account reconciliations and rollforwards - Analyze account activity and investigate unusual fluctuations or transactions - Ensure transactions are recorded in the correct period in accordance with accrual accounting principles **Month‑End Close and Accruals** - Prepare and post journal entries related to cash, accruals, deferrals, reclassifications, and corrections - Own assigned close tasks and meet month‑end deadlines with minimal supervision - Assist with close checklists and ensure all deliverables are completed timely and accurately - Support review and cleanup of balances as part of ongoing close improvements **Systems and Process Improvement** - Enter, review, and analyze transactions in Dynamics 365 Business Central - Participate in system enhancements, testing, and data cleanup related to reconciliations and reporting - Develop, update, and maintain accounting procedures and documentation - Identify opportunities to streamline reconciliations and close processes **Audit and Cross‑Functional Support** - Maintain organized, audit‑ready work papers and supporting schedules - Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation and explanations - Assist with ad‑hoc accounting projects and special analyses as needed - Serve as a resource for junior staff and provide guidance when appropriate **WHAT YOU WILL NEED** **EDUCATION/EXPERTISE:** - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field - 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience - Solid understanding of general ledger accounting and accrual principles - Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivots, and reconciliation modeling - Ability to work independently in a deadline driven month end close environment - Strong analytical skills with the ability to research and resolve complex issues **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** - Visual acuity to use a keyboard and view a computer terminal. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. - May require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locat…