Amara is committed to positive long-term outcomes for children and families. We drive systemic change, promote healing, and advance racial and LGBTQIA+ equity by offering programs and services to families engaged with foster care and to adoptees and families, post-adoption.

At Amara, we believe that a supportive, equitable and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels valued, trusted and nurtured, is key to shaping organizational culture and investing in underrepresented communities. Amara believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace enhances our ability to fulfill our mission. We strongly invite candidates from diverse backgrounds, including communities of color, the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.

The Staff Accountant works closely with the Chief Financial Officer and other administrative staff to maintain accurate and complete financial records for the organization. You will have the responsibility of performing the general ledger accounting, accounts receivable, reviewing accounts payable transactions, processing payroll and assisting with financial reporting. This position will cross train and provide backup for accounts payable and administrative support for some program services.

The ideal candidate is passionate about Amara’s mission, vision, and values. They will have strong interpersonal and administrative skills with outstanding attention to details, enjoy working to improve processes and be the liaison between the finance, development, and program teams.

If you are energized by the Amara mission and ready to contribute your expertise in helping us continue another 100 years on creating and following through on ambitious plans in service to improving children’s well-being, we would love to hear from you.

The Staff Accountant reports to the Chief Financial Officer and works closely with the  Administration, Development, and Program teams. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Full cycle accounting and recording of daily financial transactions including cash, A/R, and payroll in the financial system.
• Provide timely and accurate payment processing by processing invoices and receiving and depositing revenue in a timely manner.
• Monthly and quarterly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including reconciling all bank accounts & management of month end close.
• Assist in producing accurate and timely monthly financial statements for presentation to management and the Board of Directors.
• Participate in the ongoing development/establishment of accounting policies, internal controls, and operational strategies including the review and implementation of process and system changes.
• Prepare tax reporting including 1099s, WA State DOR tax filings, and others as needed.
• Maintain fixed assets records, update regularly as needed.
• Assist with grant reporting as assigned.
• Assist with annual audit and third party financial requests as assigned.
• Assist in annual budgeting process and research and respond to financial questions for program staff and budget owners throughout the year.
• Take on additional projects and tasks that support the work of the using your initiative, flexibility, and good judgement.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of electronic and paper documents and financial information.
• Maintain a professional and positive working relationship with clients, vendors, volunteers, donors, and fellow staff 

• Associates degree in business, accounting, or related field; work experience may be substituted with demonstrated ability to understand accounting work.
• At least three to five years full cycle accounting experience required.
• Familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles and nonprofit accounting.
• Experience with Quickbooks necessary.
• Ability to quickly perform routine tasks with consistent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong background in excel and working with various formulas including If, Vlookup, Pivot Tables, etc.
• Ability to multi task and has initiative to take assigned tasks to the next level.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High energy and demonstrated ability to problem solve and use logic and available resources

Salary and Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position with an annual salary of $55,000-65,000 DOE. Generous personal leave and benefits package, including paid time off, paid sabbatical, health, vision and dental insurance, 401k with a company match, life, and disability insurance. The successful candidate will have flexibility to work-from-home and will have office space in one of our locations in Pierce or King County. 

Criminal Background Check

Because this position has access to confidential client, employee, or financial information OR direct interaction with children, any final candidate hired into this position must successfully pass a criminal background check performed by the State of Washington. Any job offer is contingent on successfully passing this background check. A list of disqualifying convictions for this position is available at: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/FSA/bccu/documents/Secretary%27sCrimesListforALLPrograms.pdf.  

To Apply

To express your interest in this position, please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter indicating why this position is the right opportunity for you. Resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

Vaccination Requirement:

Amara requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This requirement is designed to prioritize the safety of the children and families we serve. Exemptions may be sought only for documented medical or religious accommodations.

Amara is an Equal Opportunity Employer