Accountant (Temp-to-Hire) – $40-$54/hr – San Rafael

About the role

Our nonprofit organization in San Rafael is looking for an experienced Accountant to join the team on a temporary‑to‑hire basis. The role focuses on managing client fund receipts, processing payments, and supporting overall financial operations.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate with HR and manage employer benefit contributions.
• Prepare and post month‑end journal entries.
• Reconcile credit‑card expenses and post to the general ledger monthly.
• Manage client fund receipts, process approved checks, and improve fund reporting.
• Process direct deposits, cash receipts, and donations.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and reconcile selected balance‑sheet accounts.
• Log checks and credit‑card receipts with appropriate ledger and grant allocations.
• Process accounts payable invoices and related documentation.
• Assist with internal and external financial reports, tax filings, and maintain organized accounting records.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• 3+ years of full‑cycle accounting and cash/bank account management experience.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and serve clients, staff, and the community.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Sage accounting software (ideal).
• Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of $40‑$54.
• Full‑time schedule, Monday‑Friday 8 AM‑5 PM.
• On‑site work in a collaborative nonprofit environment.