Nonprofit Accountant

Location: St. Paul, MN (Hybrid Schedule)
Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 base annually

Are you an accounting professional who wants your work to matter? Do you thrive in collaborative, purpose‑driven environments where financial excellence directly fuels community impact? A leading Minnesota nonprofit is seeking a Nonprofit Accountant to support its mission through high‑quality financial stewardship, grant compliance, and operational integrity.

This is an ideal role for accountants who love mission-oriented work and want to make a tangible difference across Minnesota communities.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Meaningful work that contributes directly to community impact
• Supportive, values‑driven work culture
• Opportunities to deepen expertise in nonprofit finance and fund accounting
• Saint Paul–based hybrid schedule

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations and Reporting

• Manage daily accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll allocations, and general ledger activity
• Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and program‑level reporting
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and restricted funds
• Track grant expenditures and ensure compliance with federal, state, and foundation requirements
• Prepare grant budgets, financial reports, and reimbursement submissions
• Maintain documentation for restricted and unrestricted funding streams
• Assist with year‑end audit preparation and serve as a liaison with external auditors
• Ensure adherence to GAAP and nonprofit financial best practices
• Support internal control processes and financial policy compliance
• Partner with program leaders to support budget understanding and financial decision‑making
• Assist with annual budget development and forecasting
• Contribute to process improvement and accounting systems enhancements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–5+ years of accounting experience (nonprofit experience preferred but not required)
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Experience with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary, offering $60,000 - $70,000 base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Mission‑driven and collaborative work environment