Accountant

Position Type: Full-time, Exempt (Salary)

Supervisor: Controller

Department: Finance Department

Location: Park City, Utah (hybrid)

Join Our Team:

Are you a purpose-driven financial professional ready to put your skills to work for a greater cause? The National Ability Center (NAC) is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join our mission of empowering individuals with disabilities through life-changing outdoor adventures. Based in Park City, Utah, this is an opportunity to help steward a $15M+ nonprofit organization through strategic growth. If you thrive on accuracy, collaboration, and meaningful work, we invite you to join our team.

Job Summary:

The Accountant supports the accuracy and integrity of NAC’s financial records through general ledger accounting, monthly and year-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit preparation. This role executes established internal controls, analyzes financial information, and contributes to process improvements and sound financial stewardship in support of NAC’s mission. The position offers the opportunity to develop broad accounting experience within a growing, mission-driven nonprofit organization while working closely with experienced finance leadership. This is a full-time, year-round position with benefits. There may be an opportunity to work remotely 1-2 days per week after the first 90 days of employment.

Use this link to apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/4608117/National-Ability-Center/Accountant

Essential Duties:

• Prepares monthly financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Supports the annual external audit by preparing schedules and supporting documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Maintains documentation of recurring accounting procedures to support internal controls, cross-training, and continuity of operations.
• Supports preparation of IRS Form 990 and other compliance filings.
• Executes month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Processes and records cash receipts and deposits, including donations, program fees, and grant payments, and reconciles them to supporting systems.
• Executes and monitors established internal controls over financial reporting.
• Identifies opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency, accuracy, and data quality within the Finance function.
• Partners with other departments to support proper accounting treatment of grants, contracts, contributions, and other transactions.
• Participates in system enhancements, testing, automation initiatives, and implementation of new accounting processes. 
• Assists with key fundraising events and other special events as needed to help advance program goals and support; serves as an ambassador and representative for the National Ability Center.
• Other duties as assigned.                                                                                                                                  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of three years of progressive accounting experience, including monthly close activities, journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and financial analysis.  
• Working knowledge of US GAAP, general ledger accounting, and internal controls.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor employment visas or other immigration processes to attain or maintain employment eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Sage Intacct, BILL.com, Vena, or similar financial systems.   
• Experience with nonprofit accounting, including contribution revenue recognition and donor restrictions.
• Experience preparing or reviewing IRS Form 990.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Honest and trustworthy in the highest fiduciary sense.
• Ability to partner with other departments to ensure development, collaboration, and execution for shared goals.
• Strong work ethic, flexibility, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively and collaboratively within multiple departments.
• Commitment to a positive, fun and team-oriented working environment.

Working Conditions:

• Candidates must be able to reliably commute to Park City and maintain an onsite presence of at least three days per week year-round.
• Occasional weekend work as needed to support fundraising and organizational events.  

Benefits:

• Health Insurance with Health Savings Account
• Employer Contribution to HSA
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accident and Hospital Plans
• Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
• 11 Paid Holidays + 2 Paid Personal Days Annually (including a paid day off on your birthday)
• 403(b) Plan with Employer Match
• Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Pro Deals with gear companies