We are looking for a Staff Accountant to manage the basic accounting functions of our agency which serves those affected by domestic violence. Our Staff Accountant will be adaptable and flexible with a problem-solving attitude, as well as have the skills to pay attention to details, maintain appropriate confidentiality and communicate clearly and effectively. If this sounds like you and you have an accounting background with several years of experience performing accounting and business management processes, we’d like to hear from you. See our website for more information!
Full-time, non-exempt
Pay starts at $23.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications.
Benefit package includes:
• Generous PTO accrual
• DAIS pays 80% of health and dental insurance premiums
• Vison coverage available
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability plans
• Employee Assistance Program (provides free legal, financial & work-life services)
• 401(k) plan
Become part of a vibrant team committed to the empowerment of those affected by domestic violence and advocating for social change through support, education, and outreach. DAIS is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team. Under the direction of the Director of Administration, the Staff Accountant manages basic accounting functions of the agency, including accounts payable, tracking and coding of cash receipts, financial reporting, tracking, billing, and compliance for contracts and regulatory reporting requirements, and participating in audits. In addition, the Staff Accountant completes payroll review and processing. In addition, the staff accountant must be adaptable and flexible, possess a problem- solving attitude, demonstrate respect and responsibility, and an attention to detail, maintain appropriate confidentiality, and communicate clearly and effectively.
This position can combine on-site and remote work based on the needs of the organization.
Primary responsibilities
Accounting
• Monitors and records transactional accounting operations – general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable,
budget, cash, deposits, etc.
• Accurately records, processes, and reviews all general ledger activities including those that pertain to grants allocation..
• Completes monthly account reconciliations including reconciliation between fundraising database and accounting.
• Assures that deposits are made and documented according to organization’s established procedures.
• Regularly provides fiscal information to management (i.e., financials, cash flow, etc.)
• Provides financial reporting and documentation required by external reporting agencies (state, city, county, etc.).
• Prepares periodic billings to external agencies.
• Plays a key role during the annual financial audit, Worker’s Compensation audit, insurance audit and financial/compliance
audits by grantors.
Payroll Responsibilities
• Processes payroll.
• Monitors employee deductions for benefits and contributions each pay period; makes necessary adjustments in a timely
manner. Reconciles monthly benefit invoices and payments with employee deductions to ensure accuracy.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
• Associates degree in Accounting plus a minimum of five years of experience performing a variety of accounting or
business management processes and practices involving the use of electronic data processing systems required.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and practices as well as experience in general ledger/electronic data
processing applications required.
• CNAP Certification is a plus but can be obtained after hire.
• Experience with Blackbaud’s Financial Edge software is a plus.
• Working knowledge of wage payment, wage and hour laws, payroll tax requirements, and experience with payroll
processing systems strongly preferred.
Our clients come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you’re passionate about what you could
accomplish here, and you meet the minimum requirements of the position, we’d love to hear from you.
Application instructions
The following application materials are needed for consideration:
• Completed employment application – found on our website at https://abuseintervention.org/jobs/ • Resume
• Cover letter addressed to DAIS Human Resources
Incomplete applications, or applications submitted without a cover letter and resume will NOT be considered.
Completed applications may be submitted via email as an attachment to: daisemployment@abuseintervention.org, or by U.S.
Mail to DAIS, Attn: Human Resources, 2102 Fordem Ave., Madison, WI 53704.
Full job description may be reviewed at http://abuseintervention.org/get-involved/jobs/
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and accepted until this position has been filled.
DAIS is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color and LGBTQIA+ individuals are encouraged to apply,
as the strength of our team stems from our diversity.
