The Accountant for Three Roots Capital (3Roots) performs the organization’s daily accounting operations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, self-directed, and results-driven, with strong attention to detail and accuracy. This individual demonstrates a strong work ethic, exceptional numerical proficiency, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills, while functioning effectively as a productive member of a team.

This position is central to 3Roots’ financial and accounting operations. The Accountant supports the organization in maintaining and expanding revenue growth and financial capacity, executing financial strategies, implementing appropriate internal controls, achieving organizational targets, and supporting financial plans that align with the organization’s strategic objectives.

The Accountant performs core accounting functions for the organization and supports the preparation of the annual audit and annual tax return conducted by external resources. The position also provides support to the President and Chief Executive Officer and to the Chief Operating Officer / Chief Financial Officer, including the preparation of financial statements. This position reports to the Controller.

• Responsibilities
  
  Supports the day to day bookkeeping activities using Fund Accounting (non-profit accounting).

• Manages the bookkeeping activities for our New Market Tax Credit entities
• Frequent monitoring and reconciliation of numerous bank and investment accounts.
• Supports and balances subsidiary ledgers and resolves discrepancies. (Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Notes Payable, etc.)
• Supports the maintenance general ledger, including grant accounts.
• Develops and prepares management reports, monthly and as needed.
• Analyzes financial data.
• Performs activities with designed internal controls.
• Maintains accounting records in digital, physical, and QuickBooks Desktop formats.
• Supports the completion of all business filings (e.g., annual reports.)
• Provides support for grant applications and reporting.
• Adheres to accounting policy and procedure manual.
• Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent.

• Proven experience in financial management and accounting.

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong proficiency as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals.
• Compliance oriented.
• Experience with accounting software, QuickBooks Desktop preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel.
• Analytical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze loan documents and confirm compliance.