Southeast Asian Development Center
Accountant
Southeast Asian Development Center, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
To Apply Online Please Click on the Link: https://sead.bamboohr.com/careers/54
The Accountant plays a crucial role in SEADC's financial operations, supporting the finance and administration department with comprehensive accounting responsibilities. This position manages the full cycle of accounts payable and receivable, conducts financial closes, prepares tailored financial reports, and assists in budget development and monitoring. The Accountant also oversees payroll processing, benefits administration, and grant financial management. They ensure compliance with accounting standards, maintain financial records, and support audit processes. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments while working independently on finance and accounting tasks. The Accountant contributes significantly to the organization's financial health and supports its mission through accurate and timely financial management.
This position is supervised by the Director of Operations and works closely with the Finance team on all department goals and projects. While performing the duties of this job, the Accountant will be required to work at a computer and handle paperwork. The Accountant will have a larger volume of work toward the end and start of the organization's fiscal year.
About SEADC:Southeast Asian Development Center's (SEADC) mission is to foster a healthy, thriving, and self-sufficient Southeast Asian American community. Founded in 1977 in San Francisco's Tenderloin District, the Southeast Asian Development Center, formerly Vietnamese Youth Development Center (VYDC), is a nonprofit organization dedicated to lifting children, youth, and families from Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam out of poverty. Our services are structured around providing low-income and vulnerable Southeast Asian Americans with basic needs and skills critical to building successful futures. We provide jobs, academic support, language service, health and wellness, cultural resiliency, and social guidance.
Learn more about us at: https://seadcenter.org
Position Title: AccountantCompensation: $66,560-69,300/year DOE, Exempt; Full time, expected hours of work 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and AD&D; 401k employer match; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Commuter benefits; Paid holiday, vacation, and sick days; Professional development training
Location: 166 Eddy Street, San Francisco, CA 94102Reports to: Director of Operations
Start Date: ASAP
Responsibilities
Financial Management and Reporting
Manage the full cycle of accounts payable and receivable, including processing invoices, preparing bi-weekly check runs and ACH transactions for approval, and resolving vendor discrepancies in a timely mannerConduct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes in collaboration with a controller, adhering to strict deadlines for close-out reportsPrepare comprehensive financial reports tailored for different stakeholders, including but not limited to:Monthly budget vs. actual reports for senior leadership and managementQuarterly financial summaries for the board of directorsDetailed grant expenditure reports for fundersWork closely with the Director of Operations and controller to develop the annual organizational budget and monitor financial progress against identified performance indicatorsSupport the annual audit process, preparing detailed schedules and providing documentation to external auditors, with the goal of maintaining the organization's track record of clean auditsAccounting and Bookkeeping
Maintain meticulous financial records in the organization's accounting system (e.g., QuickBooks Online), ensuring all transactions are coded according to the organization's chart of accountsProcess diverse income streams, including government contracts, individual donations, foundation grants, and event-related revenueManage daily cash receipts process, including depositing checks via mobile upload, visiting the local bank, reconciling online donations, and preparing daily cash receipts listingsTrack and report on multiple restricted grants and contracts simultaneously, often managing 5-15 active grants with varying reporting requirementsPrepare and file 1099s for 10-30 independent contractors annually, maintaining up-to-date vendor files for audit purposesPayroll and Benefits Administration
Process semi-monthly payroll for 25+ employees, ensuring all approved timecards are submitted by the internal deadline. Supporting the Operations team in transitioning the organization to a new HRIS/payroll system.Manage employee data in HRIS system, including the financial responsibilities related to onboarding new employees annually and processing terminationsGenerate monthly payroll variance reports for management review, highlighting any unusual fluctuationsAssist HR with benefits administration, including but not limited to:Preparing monthly insurance schedules for health, dental, and vision plansTracking and reporting on PTO accruals and usage quarterlyCompliance and Documentation
Ensure timely and accurate data entry into the organization's integrated finance platforms, including QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, and SalesforceMaintain strict confidentiality of financial and employee information in compliance with GAAP, HIPAA, and organizational policiesOrganize and maintain digital and physical financial records, ensuring easy accessibility for the annual audit and periodic funder reviewsCollaboration and Professional Development
Serve as the primary financial point of contact for program managers, providing monthly budget updates and assisting with financial decision-makingParticipate in staff meetings, annual staff offsites, and additional meetings as necessaryCollaborate with the development team to reconcile donation records between the accounting systems and Salesforce CRM on a weekly basisOrganizational Context
Operate within a collaborative team structure, but must be comfortable working independently on financial tasksAdapt to evolving funding landscapes and occasional urgent financial requests from leadership or fundersEmbrace the organization's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, applying these principles to financial practices and reportingQualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldAdditional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA) are a plusMinimum of 2 years in nonprofit or fund accountingDesired Skills and Experience
2-3 years in nonprofit finance, particularly government contract billingGrant management and restricted fund accountingFamiliarity in audit preparation and complianceExperience in a hybrid office settingProblem-solving skills and initiativeCommitment to accuracy, quality, and timelinessAdditional Qualities and Requirements
Passion for the organization's mission and valuesParticipation in events outside typical work hours/office: annual staff strategic planning offsite, annual staff social day, annual galaAble to work outside of typical business hours as needed (this typically occurs during the end/start of the fiscal year)Able to travel locally as neededPass fingerprinting background check and TB clearance before start dateMust already be authorized to work in the United States
To Apply Online Please Click on the Link: https://sead.bamboohr.com/careers/54
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
COVID-19 vaccination: We require all employees to be fully COVID vaccinated with the card to show proof of vaccination. Reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to embracing diversity and consider all applicants for all positions without regard to color, ethnic background, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, HIV/AIDS or veteran status.
The Accountant plays a crucial role in SEADC's financial operations, supporting the finance and administration department with comprehensive accounting responsibilities. This position manages the full cycle of accounts payable and receivable, conducts financial closes, prepares tailored financial reports, and assists in budget development and monitoring. The Accountant also oversees payroll processing, benefits administration, and grant financial management. They ensure compliance with accounting standards, maintain financial records, and support audit processes. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments while working independently on finance and accounting tasks. The Accountant contributes significantly to the organization's financial health and supports its mission through accurate and timely financial management.
This position is supervised by the Director of Operations and works closely with the Finance team on all department goals and projects. While performing the duties of this job, the Accountant will be required to work at a computer and handle paperwork. The Accountant will have a larger volume of work toward the end and start of the organization's fiscal year.
About SEADC:Southeast Asian Development Center's (SEADC) mission is to foster a healthy, thriving, and self-sufficient Southeast Asian American community. Founded in 1977 in San Francisco's Tenderloin District, the Southeast Asian Development Center, formerly Vietnamese Youth Development Center (VYDC), is a nonprofit organization dedicated to lifting children, youth, and families from Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam out of poverty. Our services are structured around providing low-income and vulnerable Southeast Asian Americans with basic needs and skills critical to building successful futures. We provide jobs, academic support, language service, health and wellness, cultural resiliency, and social guidance.
Learn more about us at: https://seadcenter.org
Position Title: AccountantCompensation: $66,560-69,300/year DOE, Exempt; Full time, expected hours of work 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and AD&D; 401k employer match; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Commuter benefits; Paid holiday, vacation, and sick days; Professional development training
Location: 166 Eddy Street, San Francisco, CA 94102Reports to: Director of Operations
Start Date: ASAP
Responsibilities
Financial Management and Reporting
Manage the full cycle of accounts payable and receivable, including processing invoices, preparing bi-weekly check runs and ACH transactions for approval, and resolving vendor discrepancies in a timely mannerConduct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes in collaboration with a controller, adhering to strict deadlines for close-out reportsPrepare comprehensive financial reports tailored for different stakeholders, including but not limited to:Monthly budget vs. actual reports for senior leadership and managementQuarterly financial summaries for the board of directorsDetailed grant expenditure reports for fundersWork closely with the Director of Operations and controller to develop the annual organizational budget and monitor financial progress against identified performance indicatorsSupport the annual audit process, preparing detailed schedules and providing documentation to external auditors, with the goal of maintaining the organization's track record of clean auditsAccounting and Bookkeeping
Maintain meticulous financial records in the organization's accounting system (e.g., QuickBooks Online), ensuring all transactions are coded according to the organization's chart of accountsProcess diverse income streams, including government contracts, individual donations, foundation grants, and event-related revenueManage daily cash receipts process, including depositing checks via mobile upload, visiting the local bank, reconciling online donations, and preparing daily cash receipts listingsTrack and report on multiple restricted grants and contracts simultaneously, often managing 5-15 active grants with varying reporting requirementsPrepare and file 1099s for 10-30 independent contractors annually, maintaining up-to-date vendor files for audit purposesPayroll and Benefits Administration
Process semi-monthly payroll for 25+ employees, ensuring all approved timecards are submitted by the internal deadline. Supporting the Operations team in transitioning the organization to a new HRIS/payroll system.Manage employee data in HRIS system, including the financial responsibilities related to onboarding new employees annually and processing terminationsGenerate monthly payroll variance reports for management review, highlighting any unusual fluctuationsAssist HR with benefits administration, including but not limited to:Preparing monthly insurance schedules for health, dental, and vision plansTracking and reporting on PTO accruals and usage quarterlyCompliance and Documentation
Ensure timely and accurate data entry into the organization's integrated finance platforms, including QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, and SalesforceMaintain strict confidentiality of financial and employee information in compliance with GAAP, HIPAA, and organizational policiesOrganize and maintain digital and physical financial records, ensuring easy accessibility for the annual audit and periodic funder reviewsCollaboration and Professional Development
Serve as the primary financial point of contact for program managers, providing monthly budget updates and assisting with financial decision-makingParticipate in staff meetings, annual staff offsites, and additional meetings as necessaryCollaborate with the development team to reconcile donation records between the accounting systems and Salesforce CRM on a weekly basisOrganizational Context
Operate within a collaborative team structure, but must be comfortable working independently on financial tasksAdapt to evolving funding landscapes and occasional urgent financial requests from leadership or fundersEmbrace the organization's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, applying these principles to financial practices and reportingQualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldAdditional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA) are a plusMinimum of 2 years in nonprofit or fund accountingDesired Skills and Experience
2-3 years in nonprofit finance, particularly government contract billingGrant management and restricted fund accountingFamiliarity in audit preparation and complianceExperience in a hybrid office settingProblem-solving skills and initiativeCommitment to accuracy, quality, and timelinessAdditional Qualities and Requirements
Passion for the organization's mission and valuesParticipation in events outside typical work hours/office: annual staff strategic planning offsite, annual staff social day, annual galaAble to work outside of typical business hours as needed (this typically occurs during the end/start of the fiscal year)Able to travel locally as neededPass fingerprinting background check and TB clearance before start dateMust already be authorized to work in the United States
To Apply Online Please Click on the Link: https://sead.bamboohr.com/careers/54
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
COVID-19 vaccination: We require all employees to be fully COVID vaccinated with the card to show proof of vaccination. Reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to embracing diversity and consider all applicants for all positions without regard to color, ethnic background, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, HIV/AIDS or veteran status.