Reproductive Freedom for All : Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

For more than 55 years, Reproductive Freedom for All and its chapters have fought to protect and expand reproductive freedom —including access to abortion and contraception — for everybody.

We are powered by our more than 4 million members from every state and congressional district in the country, representing the 8 in 10 Americans who believe every person should have the freedom to make the best decision for themselves about if, when, and how to raise a family.

Reproductive Freedom for All centers diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in our organization and our work. Continuously learning from our history, we hold ourselves accountable to achieve reproductive freedom with equitable access for everybody.

As the oldest and largest national membership organization primarily focused on advocating for abortion access, we organize and mobilize, galvanizing millions of people to take action to defend reproductive freedom, and shining a spotlight of accountability on bad actors who work to impose their ideological agenda on others.

We also work to elect champions for reproductive freedom and advance state and federal legislation to safeguard it. For more information on Reproductive Freedom for All, please visit our website.

About the role

The Staff Accountant will maintain the General Ledger, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the organization's financial records, reconcile bank and investment accounts, and support the monthly and annual close processes.

This position requires a detail-oriented accounting professional with a strong foundation in General Ledger management, account reconciliation, and the preparation of accurate supporting documents for the General Ledger transactions, as well as strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

• *Location: Hybrid based in Washington DC
• *Reports to: Controller
• *Positions Directly Reporting to this Position: N/A

This Position Is: Full Time, FLSA Exempt, Non-Union

Salary: $60,000 - $90,000

Responsibilities

• Execute daily accounting tasks, including preparing and recording journal entries consistent with organization's policies and procedures and GAAP, and performing GL reconciliations, as necessary;
• Perform monthly reconciliation of accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP), ensuring subsidiary ledgers remain in alignment with the General Ledger;
• Perform monthly reconciliation of Bank and Investments accounts and resolve discrepancies;
• Assist the accounting team in preparing month-end financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements;
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining organized financial records and ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting regulations;
• Review and identify out-of-the-ordinary expenses, control gaps, and recommend improvements to enhance financial accuracy;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather coding, documentation, and financial data;
• Additional duties may be assigned consistent with the responsibilities and qualifications in this job description.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance;
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an accounting department;
• Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles;
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle);
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail;
• Basic understanding of business operations;
• Strong communication and presentation skills across diverse stakeholders;
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-entity organization and a fast-paced, hybrid environment;
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion;
• Cultural competency and the ability to engage collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds;
• Commitment to reproductive freedom and Reproductive Freedom for All's mission and vision;
• Hands-on experience in using Microsoft Office and Google Apps.

OPTIONAL: Nice-to-haves (or excited-to-learns)

• Experience working for a non-profit organization.

Reproductive Freedom for All does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or political affiliation.

Candidates with backgrounds, identities, and experiences that are historically underrepresented in reproductive freedom non-profits are encouraged to apply.

Reproductive Freedom for All does not permit staff to work from a country outside of the United States.

Skills

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Analysis Skills, Business Operations, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Diversity, External Audit, Finance, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Google Apps, Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Nonprofit, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Team Player

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