Part-Time Contract Staff Accountant

Position : Part-Time Contract Staff Accountant – Graduate Student Opportunity Responsible to : Accounting Manager

Location:

Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid)

Schedule:

Part-time, 20–25 hours per week

Compensation:

$35 per hour Duration : 3-month contract, with the potential to apply for a full-time role when one becomes available. Background Girls Inc. is a network of local organizations that works with schools and in communities across the United States and Canada. Through direct service and advocacy, Girls Inc. equips girls with the knowledge and skills to effect positive changes in their lives and to become leaders who will change the world.

Professionally trained staff and volunteers provide mentorship, supportive spaces, and research-informed programming that address the challenges girls face and are proven to help them succeed. Together with partners and supporters, Girls Inc. is building the new generation of leaders. Join us at girlsinc.org Ideal for Graduate Students This part-time, 3-month contract position is a great fit for graduate students seeking hands-on nonprofit accounting experience.

It offers flexible, part-time hours designed to work around a class schedule, direct exposure to nonprofit fund accounting and financial operations, and the potential to apply for a full-time role with Girls Inc. when one becomes available. Departmental Role : The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the Girls Inc. Network accounting operations by maintaining financial records, preparing journal entries, and reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial reporting.

This role works closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial information while maintaining Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies.

Position Summary:

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post daily, weekly, and monthly journal entries.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank accounts, and balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain and analyze financial records for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Process fixed asset additions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Process payroll.
• Prepare information for regulatory reports (i.e., 990), when applicable.
• Assist with external audits by providing requested documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.
• Proficiency in the use of information technology - Windows Office environment (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Sage Intacct or similar accounting systems is a plus.
• Commitment to gender equity and the mission of Girls Inc