Staff Accountant

Reports to: Senior Controller

ABOUT BUILDING BRIDGES ACROSS THE RIVER

• (www.Buildingbridgesdc.org)
• Building Bridges Across the River (Building Bridges) provides residents East of the Anacostia
• River access to the best-in-class facilities, programs and partnerships in arts and culture,
• economic opportunity, education, recreation, health and well-being. Building Bridges Across the
• River (Building Bridges) envisions a future in which the residents East of the Anacostia River
• experience vital, thriving communities characterized by social, cultural, economic, and racial
• equity. In order to combat past and current structural inequities, Building Bridges develops and
• manages facilities and programs in Wards 7 and 8 including the Town Hall Education Arts
• Recreation Campus (THEARC), THEARC Theater, 11th Street Bridge Park, and Skyland
• Workforce Center. In 2005, Building Bridges first facility was THEARC at 110,000 square feet
• and since then, has grown to 233,000 square feet, representing the largest social service,
• multisector, nonprofit collaboration in the country.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Staff Accountant with Payroll Administration is responsible for supporting the organization's

accounting functions and managing payroll processing. This requires

• Processing accounts payable and receivable transactions
• Maintaining accurate financial records and data entry
• Administering bi-weekly payroll processing and related tax filings
• Assisting with monthly financial close processes
• Preparing routine financial reports and reconciliations
• Supporting the annual audit and tax preparation process

AREAS OF FOCUS AND KEY TASKS

• Process accounts payable including invoice coding, approval routing, and payment

processing

• Manage accounts receivable including invoicing, payment tracking, and collections follow-up
• Administer bi-weekly payroll processing, including time sheet review, benefit deductions, and

paystub distribution

• Process payroll tax filings and payments
• Prepare and issue 1099 forms for independent contractors
• Perform routine bank and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Assist with monthly financial close tasks as assigned
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for financial documents
• Support preparation for annual audit by gathering requested documentation
• Generate standard financial reports for department managers
• Maintain vendor records and W-9 documentation
• Process employee expense reports and reimbursements
• Track and monitor outstanding receivables
• Assist with budget preparation by providing historical financial data
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Controller

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting
• Experience with payroll processing and related tax compliance
• Proficiency with accounting software (experience with Sage Intacct a plus)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial record keeping
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
• Problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking skills
• Team-oriented with ability to work collaboratively
• Demonstrated reliability and dependability
• Knowledge of and commitment to the communities served in Wards 7 and 8 preferred
• This is a full-time position with a salary of $70,000-$75,000. Benefits include PTO, Holiday

• Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision and ability to participate in the 401(k) Retirement Plan. Building
• Bridges is an equal opportunity employee