Staff Accountant

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Job DetailsJob Location: Providence , RI 02906Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $23.50 - $26.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: AccountingPosition Title: Staff Accountant Department: Finance Reports To: Controller Location: Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island, Providence, RI Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt FLSA: Non-Exempt Position Summary: The Staff Accountant executes core accounting processes—general ledger entries, account reconciliations, AP/AR, program billing, and cash/bank activities—to support accurate, timely financial reporting for a nonprofit environment. The role follows established internal controls, ensures proper fund/program coding, and provides responsive service to vendors, staff, and program managers. Essential Responsibilities: General Ledger & Reconciliations: Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, prepaids, deferrals, allocations) with supporting documentation and approvals. Perform monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations (AR/AP, prepaid, accrued liabilities, fixed assets, deferred revenue, etc). Accounts Payable (AP): Process vendor invoices through AP aut...