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Location

Monroe, NC | United States

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Job description

Accountant (Fiscal Specialist II)
Location: Monroe, NC
Job Type: Full-time, Salary

Union County Community Action is  seeking a dedicated Nonprofit Accountant passionate about making a difference. Join our team to utilize your financial expertise for a greater cause. Drive impact, manage budgets, and support our mission while advancing your career in a rewarding nonprofit environment.

Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Health insurance, life insurance, Short Term Disability & Accidental Death benefits
• Paid time off including Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Holidays and PTO.
• Generous Retirement plan with 5% ER contribution after 1 year of service, no EE contribution required, 100% vested upon enrollment in plan. 

About us:
UCCA is a 501(c)3 non-profit Community Action agency founded on January 6th, 1966.  We are primarily funded by federal, state and local grants and operate programs that promote self-sufficiency for low-income families across our service area of Union County, Anson County & Richmond County (North Carolina).

We are currently seeking a qualified Fiscal Specialist to join our Head Start program in Monroe, NC. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of fiscal and administrative tasks in support of the program's financial management, including budget development and monitoring, financial reporting, and compliance with federal and state regulations. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Assist in the development and monitoring of program budgets, ensuring compliance with funding source requirements
• Maintain accurate financial records and prepare regular financial reports for management and funding sources
• Review purchase orders and invoices, for proper cost allocation
• Prepare journal entries for monthly, fiscal year and program year close
• Prepare for and participate in audits, reviews, and monitoring visits from funding sources and other entities
• Provide training to program staff on fiscal management policies and procedures
• Participate in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures for the program
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in fiscal management, preferably in a non-profit or government setting
• Equivalent combination of education & experience
• Experience with Head Start or other federally funded programs a plus
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  

Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA)’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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