Accountant

Opening: Tues, May 28th - June 14th

Job Description:

The Accountant works alongside the Bookkeeper, Operations Director and Executive Director to ensure accurate and useful financial reporting for the HAFA board of directors as well as external partners (Grantors, Donors) This position provides oversight to the information in HAFA’s accounting system as well as the necessary separation of duties by performing account reconciliations. The Accountant also meets on a regular basis with the Executive Director and Operations Director to ensure that proper accounting policies are consistently followed.

• Responsibilities:

  The duties for this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Weekly check-ins with Executive Director, Operations Director and Bookkeeper.
  • Calculate/Submit bi-weekly payrolls and enter to QuickBooks.
  • Review monthly activity and enter month-end journal entries.
  • Monthly reconciliation of bank accounts.
  • Prepare monthly financial report for ED, OD and Board Treasurer.
  • Prepare quarterly financial report for Board Meetings. Attend the board meetings and present financial reports.
  • Coordinate/Assist with annual financial audit.
  • Coordinate annual budgeting process.
  • Distribute annual W2s to employees and 1099’s to contractors.

• Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
  • 5+ years of experience with accounting for non-profit organizations.
  • Experience with managing grant reporting in QuickBooks Online software.
  • Excellent financial skills and comprehension.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Knowledge of QuickBooks Online (certification encouraged), Excel and other office-related software programs.
  • Have an understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  
  

Hmong American Farmers Association (HAFA) is a social justice organization that is committed to advancing the economic, social, and cultural prosperity of Hmong American farmers through advocacy, economic development, capacity building, and research. More specifically, HAFA uses an organizing approach to work with its members and other farmers in the Hmong community to access land, equipment, capital, and training so that they can improve their farming operations, and thereby, lift their families out of poverty. As a membership-based organization, HAFA was started by and is led by Hmong American farmers.

HAFA is especially interested in candidates who are committed to social, economic and racial justice.

HAFA is a Hmong-led organization, and cultural diversity is important to us. Minorities and people of color (particularly Hmong) are encouraged to apply. HAFA is an equal opportunity employer.