Senior Accountant / Grant Analyst

Position: Senior Accountant/Grant Analyst

Reports to: Controller

Employment status: Full-time/Exempt, Hybrid schedule, required in office/field based on organization needs.

Location: Edmund D. Edelman Children’s Court, Monterey Park CA

*Compensation and Job Title are commensurate with experience and may fall under the following pay ranges:

 $85,000.00 -$100,000.00 annually. Please note that the salary/rate information is a general guideline only. CASA of Los Angeles considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. *

VISION STATEMENT

CASA/LA’s vision is a Los Angeles in which all children and families impacted by the child welfare and juvenile justice systems have equitable access to the resources and support they need to thrive. 

ORGANIZATION MISSION

CASA of Los Angeles organizes the community to show up for children and families in LA County’s overburdened child welfare and juvenile justice systems. Through an intentional, restorative, and culturally responsive lens, we train committed, consistent and caring adults who take action by providing strengths-based advocacy and equitable access to resources and life-affirming connections. CASA/LA strengthens our community, ensuring that children and families have what they need to thrive.

Organization Overview

CASA of Los Angeles mobilizes community volunteers to advocate for children who have experienced abuse and neglect. The organization envisions a Los Angeles in which every child in the child welfare system has an advocate and the opportunity to thrive. CASA of Los Angeles is on a path over the next five years to expand services to children in LA County’s child welfare system to provide services to a meaningful number of the 30,000 children in the dependency court system every year. Key to these efforts is growth in the number of volunteers trained each year, the number who stay active in a year, and revenue raised from community partners and other donors.

The Finance Department at CASA/LA aims to equip the organization with the tools needed to serve systems-impacted youth and further its organizational mission. Through fiscal management, analysis, budgeting, and forecasting, the growing finance administration team plays a pivotal role in aiding key staff and the leadership team with the information needed to make the best programmatic and operational decisions. 

As part of its strategic vision, CASA/LA is prioritizing the procurement of additional government grant funding to expend the impact of its mission. To support this growth, the organization is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant who will play a key role in financial management and grant reporting, while also assisting in strengthening the Finance infrastructure.

Position Overview

This position within CASA/LA requires expertise in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), 2 CFR 200, financial statement preparation, and the accounting close process. The successful candidate will also take the lead in strengthening the organization’s accounting policies and procedures. 

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for assisting the Controller as a key member of the Finance team. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: grant accounting and reporting, allocations of shared costs, budget development, and ensuring compliance with Uniform Administrative Requirements as well as contract terms and conditions. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Candidates who meet or exceed the minimum qualifications and who also have lived experience in the child welfare or juvenile justice systems are highly encouraged to apply. 

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

· Prepare monthly financial reports (income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flow).

· Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts; prepare and review monthly trial balance reconciliations.

· Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring proper documentation for accounting transactions in accordance with GAAP and government regulations

· Support the Controller with the preparation of the annual budget, forecasts, and long-term financial models

· Perform detailed financial analyses to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings or revenue growth

· Assist with month-end and year-end close processes. 

· Prepare government contract expense reports, invoices, and budgets

· Prepare foundation grants expense reports and budgets in partnership with the Development Department to support proposals.

· Partner with the Controller, Staff Accountants, Development, and program leadership to ensure accurate cost allocations across grants and projects.

· Review grant agreements and contract terms to identify financial and reporting requirements

· Track grant spending against budgets and proactively alert the controller and program leadership to potential variances. 

· Ensure proper documentation is maintained for all grant and contact transactions to support audit readiness. 

· Assist with the annual financial audit and program-specific audits.

· Ensure compliance with GAAP, FASB standards, OMB regulations, 2 CFR Part 200, and other applicable laws and regulations

· Maintain accurate records of accounting codes and communicate updates to staff and supervisors as needed.

· Safeguard the confidentiality of sensitive employee and financial data, ensuring it is shared only with authorized personnel and required funders.

· Support improvements in accounting system, processes, and reporting tools to increase efficiency and accuracy. 

· Assist with implementation or upgrades of accounting software modules related to grant and reporting.

· Provide training and support to program and development staff on budget management, allowable costs, and proper coding.

Other Duties:

· Exercise leadership, independent decision-making, and professional judgment in day-to-day problem solving with team members and CASA staff. 

· Attend and actively participate in staff team meetings and one-on-one supervisory meetings.

· Exercise sound and professional judgment in communicating sensitive employee or financial data.

· Minimal local travel may be required on an as-needed basis.

· Occasional evening overtime and weekend work may be required.

· Attend and actively participate in all required pieces of training.

· Participate in a minimum of 12 hours of continuing education per year. 

· Other projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree; in the areas of Finance, Accounting, or Business Management. C.P.A. is highly desirable but not mandatory.

· 5 or more years of professional experience in a nonprofit or government setting, preferably in a similar position. 

· Expert knowledge in financial statement preparation.

· Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas such as ‘VLOOKUP,’ pivot tables, macros, and Smart View. 

· Experience with Oracle NetSuite ERP and NSPB is highly desirable.

· Prior experience working in ERP and budgeting systems

· Highly proficient in MS Office and adaptable in learning different software applications.

· Detail-oriented and adheres to clear deadlines.

· Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

· Ability to work within a multicultural environment serving children and families of diverse backgrounds.

· Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

· Ability to work with minimal supervision 

· Must satisfactorily pass Livescan background check and employment/reference check.

· Behave in accordance with all competencies required of a leader that demonstrates the following:

o Actively listens to concerns and exhibits patience even if in disagreement

o Responds and communicates constructively and positively to others and their opinions with a collaborative and non-judgmental approach

o Conveys the point of the discussion clearly, providing supporting information 

o Effectively cascades information to the team and actively inquiries about their opinions and input 

o Exhibit emotional control during all encounters, whether in agreement or not, and while taking difficult stands

o Proactively takes responsibility for self and team.

o Builds professional, positive, and respectful relationships

o Adapts leadership style to build engagement based on individual needs of the team rather than using a ‘one style fits all approach

o Exemplifies leadership skills that proactively address and exceed internal and external needs/expectations

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

· The CASA office is an open office layout. Candidates will work in a shared space with varying noise levels and foot traffic. 

· Lifting can be up to 20 lbs.

· This position is a flexible hybrid environment between remote and office. Which may include work in the field as needed, and could involve intermittent physical activities, including standing, bending, reaching, sitting, speaking, and walking.

CASA of Los Angeles is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion.

CASA of Los Angeles promotes equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. In doing so, we comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations to ensure an equal employment opportunity for everyone. We don’t discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, military service obligation, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. Our policies and personnel practices are intended to ensure that all of us are treated equally with regard to recruiting, hiring, and advancement, and our decisions on employment are made to further the principle of equal employment opportunities for employees.