Client Accounting Specialist (Nonprofit)

TL;DR

Client Accounting Specialist (Nonprofit): Delivers accurate and timely accounting services to a portfolio of nonprofit fraternity and sorority clients with an accent on accounts receivable, reconciliations, month-end close, budgeting, and client support. Focus on preparing financial reports, supporting audits and tax processes, and applying nonprofit accounting standards.

Location: Columbus, GA (Hybrid) – must be based in the Columbus, GA office.

Company

Provides integrated software and financial solutions to communities and organizations including associations, fraternities & sororities, gyms, dance studios, and religious congregations.

What you will do

• Respond to client inquiries professionally and process accounts receivable accurately per client schedules.
• Review expenses and receipts for proper coding, documentation, and nonprofit compliance.
• Perform account reconciliations for bank and balance sheet accounts.
• Support month-end close by preparing and posting journal entries and distribute monthly financial reports.
• Assist in annual budgets, formal business reviews, audits, and tax preparation (e.g., Form 990).
• Maintain client documentation, follow procedures, and standardize bookkeeping for new clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 1-3 years of experience in public accounting, bookkeeping, financial reporting, budgeting, or equivalent (full-time, internship, coursework, part-time).
• Proficiency in Excel, O365, ERP systems like QuickBooks, and managing multiple clients/projects.
• Outstanding customer service, communication skills (written/oral), attention to detail, adaptability, and ability to collaborate in hybrid team.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on exposure to nonprofit accounting in a structured, supportive team environment.
• Direct client interaction with fraternity and sorority organizations to build communication skills.
• End-to-end accounting experience including AR, reconciliations, budgeting, audits, and tax support.
• Emphasis on learning nonprofit standards and best practices.
• Equal Employment Opportunity Employer valuing diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Hiring process

• Interactive and conversational interviews based on your own experience and thinking.
• No use of real-time AI tools or external assistance permitted.