Third Plateau is built on a simple premise: creating lasting social good requires more than good intentions. Society’s most complex challenges are deeply rooted, interconnected, and resistant to quick fixes.
Philanthropists, foundations, and nonprofit leaders know this and are up for the challenge, bringing their passions and ambitions day in and day out. To realize that potential, they’re looking for a partner who brings the experience to design great strategies and the capacity to see them through. Third Plateau was built exactly for this work. Interested applicants are encouraged to learn more about our approach and our company values.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The Accounting Associate is the organizational backbone of our internal operations finance and accounting function. You'll bring meticulous accuracy to invoicing, Accounts Payable (AP), and general accounting workflows, keeping our financial data clean and complete. This role reports to the VP of Finance and is a great fit for someone who wants to see firsthand how a professional services firm operates. You'll be joining a small, busy team at a dynamic and growing firm, where you can expect to contribute to department projects and initiatives alongside the day-to-day work of keeping our data organized and accessible.
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Invoicing & AR
- Ensuring accuracy and timeliness of communication and Invoice delivery. Resolve related inquiries, ensure accurate customer records are maintained.
Accounts Payable
- Review staff expense reporting to ensure proper ledger coding, and correct discrepancies. Drive AP workflows in Bill.com (verifying W-9s, managing vendor contracts, and scheduling accurate bi-weekly disbursements.).
- Aid in quarterly state tax payments via AP processing.
Process Optimization
- Actively participate in team projects and initiatives, consistently seeking ways to enhance the precision and efficiency of our financial systems and standard operating procedures.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Uncompromising attention to detail, with a proven track record of maintaining high-fidelity financial records.
A fundamental understanding of accounting operations and a drive to learn our specific business lines.
Comfort navigating ERP software (e.g., Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Dynamics) and AP/AR management tools.
Exceptional time management skills, especially when balancing high-volume, detail-oriented tasks around month-end and period close.
Warm, professional written communication skills for seamless client and vendor relationship management.
A tech-savvy, continuous improvement mindset to help scale our accounting infrastructure.
3+ years in a similar role - bookkeeping, staff accountant, AR/AP clerk.
BENEFITS + PERKS
- Remote-First Approach
- Flexible & Generous Time Off
- 100% employer-paid options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for you, with employer contributions toward dependent coverage
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- Employer contribution of up to $850 to your Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, DCFSA and Commuter)
- Initial home office stipend of $550, with $250 provided annually thereafter
- $110/monthly cell phone and home internet stipend
- 13 weeks paid parental and medical leave
- Annual discretionary bonus based on both company performance and individual performance
- Up to $500 annually to invest in your mental, emotional, and physical well-being
- Access to curated learning opportunities and team-based growth experiences to support the professional development of our team
Skills Required
- Uncompromising attention to detail and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Fundamental understanding of accounting operations (bookkeeping, AP/AR, invoicing).
- Comfort navigating ERP software (examples: Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Dynamics) and AP/AR management tools.
- Experience with Bill.com to manage AP workflows, vendor setup, and disbursements.
- Exceptional time management, especially handling month-end and period close tasks.
- Warm, professional written communication for client and vendor interactions.
- Tech-savvy, continuous improvement mindset to optimize accounting systems and SOPs.
- 3+ years in a similar role (bookkeeping, staff accountant, AR/AP clerk).
What We Do
We partner with nonprofits, philanthropists, families, and the public sector to achieve transformative, community-centered impact. Our services include philanthropic advising and management, strategic planning, program design, research and evaluation, leadership development, facilitation, philanthropic back-office support, network management, and more.
Why Work With Us
Join our passionate, multi-disciplinary team dedicated to social change and shaping a brighter future. At Third Plateau, you'll find a great place to work, with a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and impact.
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