Staff Accountant

California Environmental Voters

. Process accounts payable, including invoice coding, approval routing, and payment run preparation .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSacramento • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $29 - $34 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice coding, payment preparation, and reconciliation. Proficient in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting documentation while ensuring compliance with organizational standards.

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Accounts Payable ProcessingAccounts Receivable ManagementQuickBooks OnlineExcel ProficiencyAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Invoice CodingPayment Run PreparationJournal Entry EntryBank ReconciliationExpense Report ProcessingVendor Record MaintenanceGrant AccountingFinancial ReportingAudit DocumentationAccounting Procedure Documentation

Soft Skills

CommunicationPatienceProblem-SolvingCollaborationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooks OnlineExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in AccountingProgress Toward Accounting Certification

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit ExperienceFinancial ManagementTransaction RecordsExpense CodingForm W-9Form 1099 Preparation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process accounts payable, including invoice coding, approval routing, and payment run preparation
Process accounts receivable, including recording deposits, contributions, and grant payments
Enter journal entries and maintain accurate, well-documented transaction records
Reconcile bank and credit card accounts monthly
Maintain organized digital records and supporting documentation
Process staff expense reports and reimbursements across all four offices
Serve as the first point of contact for staff questions regarding expense coding, receipts, and reimbursement timing
Maintain vendor records and follow up on missing documentation, including Form W-9
Track credit card activity and obtain outstanding receipts
Support the Accounting Manager through the monthly close, including preparation of schedules and reconciliations
Maintain accurate coding across grants, programs, and both entities
Prepare reports and transaction details as requested by the Accounting Manager or Finance Director
Assist with year-end Form 1099 preparation and audit documentation requests
Document accounting procedures as bookkeeping transitions in house
Identify opportunities to streamline manual or inefficient processes
Support system setup, cleanup, and implementation projects as assigned
Report to the Accounting Manager and work with staff across all four California offices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Approximately two or more years handling accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations
Comfort in QuickBooks Online or a comparable accounting system
Working knowledge of Excel
Consistent attention to detail
Ability to keep invoices, reimbursements, and outstanding documentation moving without prompting
Ability to work patiently and helpfully with colleagues who do not have finance backgrounds
Willingness to raise questions on unclear coding or documentation
Commitment to the organization's mission
Equivalent experience is considered
Nonprofit experience is helpful but not required
Coursework or a degree in accounting, or progress toward a certification, is helpful
Environmental background is not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Four-day work week for most of the year, with five-day weeks during peak periods
Health, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) with employer match
12 days PTO
12 holidays
Year-end office closure between Christmas and New Year
Additional benefits supporting employee wellbeing and work-life balance