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