FTR Accountant

Founded in Santa Clara County in 1928, Goodwill of Silicon is dedicated to improving employment opportunities, increasing standards of living, providing economic independence, and restoring our clients’ sense of self-worth. We achieve this through workforce creation, vocational training, and environmental stewardship. With various retail stores, an online store, an extensive reuse/recycling operation, and our Contract Services division, we help individuals overcome barriers to employment, build sustainable lives and communities. 

The Accountant supports the financial operations of Goodwill of Silicon Valley by performing a wide range of accounting, reporting, and analytical tasks. This position ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and organizational policies. The accountant collaborates with internal departments to maintain transparent and timely financial reporting that supports Goodwill’s mission. 

Job Responsibilities 

 General Accounting 

• Prepare and record journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing processes. 

• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accrued liabilities, Inventory and intercompany accounts. 

• Ensure proper classification of income and expenses in accordance with GAAP and organizational policies. 

• Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. 

• Assist with the preparation and monitoring of budgets and forecasts. 

Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable 

• Process vendor invoices and employee reimbursements ensuring accuracy, approval, and compliance with policy. 

• Manage accounts receivable, including preparation of invoices, application of payments, and reconciliation of customer accounts. 

• Maintain vendor files, W-9s, and ensure timely preparation of 1099s. 

Grant and Program Accounting 

• Track restricted funds, grant expenditures, and reporting requirements. 

• Assist program managers in understanding financial statements and budget utilization. 

• Prepare financial reports for grants and contracts as required by funding agencies. 

Payroll Support 

• Assist in payroll processing and reconciliation with HR records. 

• Record payroll journal entries and ensure accuracy of benefit and tax allocations. 

Audit and Compliance 

• Assist with annual external audit and tax filings by providing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation. 

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations and organizational policies. 

• Participate in internal control reviews and help implement process improvements. 

Responsibilities may be changed at any time at the management's discretion, formally or informally, orally or in writing. 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting 

• Minimum of 2 years of verifiable accounting experience post degree required with good familiarity of Netsuite ERP. Interview process will include a test of Netsuite knowledge skills. 

• Strong skills in Microsoft Office suite of productivity software (Excel, Powerpoint) with knowledge of some AI tools which can improve work efficiency. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. 

• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Strong work ethic to self-manage work load and deliver a high quality output is needed in this role. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a min GPA of 3.75 or better. 

• 4 years of heavy accounting based professional experience in retail, nonprofits, or manufacturing based firms. Solid grasp of unit cost economics, static and dynamic allocations, inventory valuations, intercompany eliminations related work and processes in Netsuite ERP. 

• Working towards or a desire to obtain CPA license. Company will cover CPA exams costs and $1K towards preparative materials, subject to satisfactory progress towards this goal and successful completion of CPA tests and licensure requirements. 

• Nonprofit accounting experience a plus. 

Working Conditions 

• Works in an office environment 

• Works a standard workweek with occasional evenings and/or weekends 

• Some travel between retail stores, warehouse, and office locations may be required 

Physical Requirements 

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer 

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance