Accountant

Job Title: Accountant
Organization: The Federation of Southern Cooperatives/Land Assistance Fund
Location: East Point, GA
Salary: $65,000

• Oversee both public and private grant funds.
  
• Prepare necessary documentation for grant reimbursement, quarterly, and annual reports.
  
• Record and track all checks and deposits received from grantors.
  

• Prepare comprehensive budget-to-actual reports for all grant accounts.
  
• Assist in the creation of financial reports, including Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Activities, General Ledger, and Trial balance.
  
• Support in external audit preparation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  
• Minimum 5 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in non-profit or government accounting.
  
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  
• Ability to work on-site at the East Point, GA office from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 6 pm.
  
• Willingness to travel occasionally, approximately 20% of the time.
  

• MBA or CPA
  
• Experience with Accufund
  

• Strong understanding of grant fund management and compliance.
  
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
• Effective communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
  
• Comprehensive benefits package.
  
• Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and support rural economic development.