Accountant in Tucson, Arizona at Primavera Foundation

About Primavera Foundation

The Primavera Foundation is co-creating pathways out of poverty through outreach, housing, workforce development, homeownership, and financial education, and comprehensive community development.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Accountant plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial data, supporting general ledger activity, and managing funder expense reimbursement billing. This position collaborates across teams to support efficient month-end close processes and deliver timely, reliable financial reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to supporting the organization’s mission through strong financial stewardship.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s needs and will be communicated to the applicant by the Director of Finance):

• Manage accounts payable processes, including review, coding, and payment preparation
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and proper classification
• Perform regular reconciliations of bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and subsidiary systems
• Support the the month-end close by completing assigned tasks and maintaining deadlines
• Maintain accurate financial records for billing, reimbursements, and program activity
• Partner with internal teams to research and resolve discrepancies or data issues
• Assist with audit preparation and ensure compliance with internal controls and policies
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes and workflows
• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency with data entry
• Knowledge of general accounting principles, practices, and procedures
• Experience with accounting systems and Microsoft Office Products, including Excel
• Excellent time management skills to organize and prioritize work, perform multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process-improvement skills
• Effective interpersonal communication skills, to ensure productive outcomes with colleagues, business partners, and agency participants
• High sense of detail-orientation, accuracy, follow-through, teamwork, and accountability
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with all data, information, and records
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to demonstrating and adhering to Primavera’s guiding principles of integrity, respect, accountability, compassion, and leadership

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field, equivalent work experience, or a combination of the two

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One + years of experience working in business accounting role(s) general ledger account balances, and the related internal controls
• Accounting experience in a complex non-profit organization
• Experience/proficiency with Abila (Sage) MIP accounting software

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:

• Office cubicle or shared office environment, with a moderate level of interaction and office noise
• Ability to work seated at work station for a minimum of four hours per day, with intermittent standing, walking, bending, and stooping
• Visual acuity and hand dexterity to work with computer systems (monitor, keyboard), reports, and other data sources, reading/entering/processing data and figures
• Ability to use basic office equipment, including computer, fax machine, printers, copier/scanner, adding machine