Senior Accountant

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles has been an active affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International for more than 30 years. By building and preserving affordable housing through new construction, renovations, and home repairs, Habitat LA is transforming communities throughout Los Angeles County. Through access to affordable loans, housing counseling, down-payment assistance, skilled construction training, financial education, and volunteer opportunities, the organization has strengthened families, helped stabilize communities, and fostered economic vitality in the region. On average, the affiliate builds and renovates 100 homes in the Los Angeles region each year, ranking it among the largest affiliates nationwide.

• Lead all general accounting functions, including monthly and year-end close processes, manage general ledger integrity, prepare journal entries, and perform account reconciliations, processing and uploading the General Ledger, WIP, Payroll related transactions into Accounting Software, Preparing Financial reports as needed.

• Track expenditures, monitor fund balances, ensure proper expense allocation, and prepare reimbursement documentation for government and private grants. Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures to improve efficiency and compliance.

• Support the finance team by reviewing and mentoring junior staff members, providing guidance as necessary.

• Minimum of 3- 5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close.

• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial reporting, and internal controls.

• Experience preparing and reviewing journal entries, financial statements, and supporting accounting schedules.

• Experience tracking grant expenditures and fund balances, allocating expenses, and preparing reimbursement requests and supporting documentation.

• Proficiency in accounting software, including importing, processing, and reconciling general ledger and payroll-related transactions.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and analysis of large datasets.

• Experience supporting audits by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and responding to auditor requests.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and handle confidential financial information with discretion.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain accounting information and provide guidance to junior staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting experience in a nonprofit organization.

• Experience with government and private grants, fund accounting, and grant reporting requirements.

• Experience processing and reconciling work-in-progress (WIP) transactions.

• Experience improving accounting procedures, strengthening internal controls, and streamlining financial processes.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or progress toward certification.

Pay Range: $80,000 - $105,000
Salary offers are based on several factors, including job-related knowledge, experience, and qualifications.
Offers are between the entry to mid-level range.

From versatile health perks to new career opportunities, check us out at: www.habitatla.org to learn more about our organization and the great work we do!

Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including low-income communities, veterans, and formerly incarcerated individuals, to apply. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment where all qualified candidates are considered, and we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings.`