Job Description – Senior Accountant
Reports to: Director of Finance and Administration
Company Overview
Rising Tide Partners (RT) is a land recycling non-profit that partners with communities to prevent displacement and restore neighborhoods. We acquire occupied, vacant, and blighted properties in collaboration with neighborhood groups, preparing them for community-driven redevelopment. Through restorative real estate practices, we support communities in implementing their vision, promoting wealth-building, and creating stability for residents affected by systemic injustices in land-use decisions.
We work with community partners to proactively acquire real estate, preserve affordable housing, and ensure that residents remain in their neighborhoods. RT assembles and manages large portfolios of properties, partnering with organizations to develop them permanently, thereby restoring communities and enabling transformative efforts such as homeownership, crime reduction, and affordable housing preservation.
Position Overview
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for performing accounting and administrative tasks. This role includes recording basic accounting transactions and general ledger entries for RT and its subsidiaries. Key responsibilities include bookkeeping, accounts payable processing, cash account reconciliation, real estate transaction recording, and ensuring the accuracy of ledger classifications. Additionally, this role will support administrative functions.
Financial Duties
- Process accounts payable invoices and prepare payments.
- Assist with procurement activities, including vendor/supplier management.
- Prepare invoices and bank deposits as requested.
- Reconcile cash accounts monthly.
- Assist with bi-weekly payroll processing and related journal entries.
- Maintain inventory of purchased assets for depreciation calculations.
- Prepare accounts payable, accounts receivable, and subsidiary account reports.
- Prepare Balance Sheets and Income Statements.
- Compile detailed schedules and analyses as needed.
- Assist with annual audit preparation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Administrative Duties
- Scan and sort mail.
- Perform data entry tasks.
- Manage digital and physical files.
- Respond to public inquiries via email and phone.
- Track projects using Google Sheets, Docs, and other GSuite tools.
- Correspond with Utility Companies regarding billing and services
- Safeguard organizational information.
Key Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently.
- Adaptable to change and fast-paced environments.
- High personal standards for performance and professionalism.
- Strong integrity, credibility, and commitment to RT’s mission.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Effective time management and multitasking abilities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in an accounting role.
- Non-profit accounting experience preferred.
- Experience with Sage Intacct accounting software preferred.
- Knowledge of GAAP principles and procedures.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and accounting-related software.
- Experience with payroll processing.
- Ability to compile and interpret financial reports.
- Strong confidentiality commitment regarding employee and agency information.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged sitting at a desk and computer work.
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to navigate the organization’s premises.
Compensation & Benefits
This position offers a competitive salary and eligibility for performance bonuses. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid holidays, and personal time off (PTO).
Equal Employment Opportunity
Rising Tide Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with applicable laws and RT’s employment policies.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the organization’s ongoing needs.
Job Type: Full-time, FLSA Exempt
Salary: $60,000
To apply for this position, please email a resume and cover letter to apply@risingtidepartners.org