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Staff Accountant

Raza Development Fund

Staff Accountant

Posted One Month Ago

Hiring Remotely in USA

Remote

Mid level

Real Estate • Social Impact • Financial Services

The Role

Maintain accurate financial records and support accounting operations including A/P, A/R, journal entries, reconciliations, month- and year-end close, financial reporting, audit support, and ad-hoc projects.

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This is a remote position.

About Us:
RDF is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) dedicated to unlocking lasting prosperity in communities across America. Since its founding in 1999, RDF has provided attainable financial solutions as well as guidance and support to community-based organizations working in health, education, affordable housing, home ownership, entrepreneurship, and community resilience. RDF is one of the few CDFIs to hold a prestigious AA- rating from S&P, a reflection of its exceptional financial strength and impact. To date, RDF has invested more than $1.6 billion across 38 states, leveraging over $7 billion in additional capital.

About the Role:

The staff accountant will be an essential member of the finance team who is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. In this role you will assist with posting A/P, A/R journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting and month-end close processes. This role requires strong attention to detail, analytical thinking and a solid understanding of accounting principles

Requirements

In this role, you will:

• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accurate financial reporting

• Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts on a regular basis

• Assist with month- and year-end close processes, including accruals and adjustments

• Maintain and update financial records in compliance with company policies and accounting standards

• Support the preparation of internal and external financial reports

• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial data and resolve discrepancies

• Assist with audits the annual audit of RDF and 20+ SPE’s

• Monitor and analyze accounting data to identify trends, variances or areas for improvement

• Special projects as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of relevant accounting experience.

• MIP Fund Accounting software experience a plus.

• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work collectively within a team environment.

• Detailed-oriented and able to multitask effectively.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel skills.

• Knowledge of the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program is a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting from an accredited university (candidates with non-accounting or adjacent degrees will not be considered at this time).

Job Expectations:

• 40-hour work week with the flexibility to stay longer during special projects.

Benefits

Company-Provided Benefits

· Life Insurance

· Paid Time Off

· Parental Leave

· Professional Development Assistance

· Dental

· Health Savings Account

Shared-Cost Benefits

· Health Insurance

· Vision Insurance

· 401(k)

· 401(k) matching after year one

Skills Required

3 to 5 years of relevant accounting experience
Bachelor of Science in Accounting from an accredited university
Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills
Ability to meet tight deadlines and work collaboratively in a team
Detail-oriented and able to multitask effectively
MIP Fund Accounting software experience
Knowledge of the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program

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The Company

30 Employees

What We Do

Raza Development Fund (RDF) is a national 501(c)(3) Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) based in Phoenix, Arizona. Its mission is to unlock prosperity and build generational wealth for low-income, minority Latino families and underserved communities through strategic investments and financial solutions in affordable housing, healthcare, education, and social entrepreneurship.