Non Profit Finance Associate

The Greater Sacramento Urban League (GSUL) is a historic civil rights organization dedicated to empowering underserved communities through education, workforce development, housing, and health equity. Since 1968, GSUL has worked to advance economic self-reliance and social justice across the Sacramento region.

The Finance Associate is responsible for supporting core accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance functions within the Finance Department. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience in accounting processes, strong technical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

This position works closely with the Controller of Finance to ensure financial accuracy, timely processing of transactions, and adherence to organizational and grant compliance standards.

• Prepare and post journal entries, including payroll, accruals, and adjustments
• Maintain accuracy of the general ledger and supporting schedules
• Assist with monthly and year-end close processes
• Ensure proper coding of transactions in alignment with funding sources

• Review, code, and process invoices and payment requests
• Monitor and reconcile employee expense reports
• Support timely check runs and electronic payment processing
• Ensure expenses align with departmental and grant budgets

• Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Maintain audit-ready documentation

• Track and monitor grant expenditures for compliance
• Assist with financial reporting for grant-funded programs
• Support allocation of shared costs across funding sources
• Maintain documentation for audits and grant reviews

• Prepare internal financial reports and budget-to-actual analyses
• Compile financial data to support leadership decision-making
• Generate reports using accounting systems and Excel

• Utilize accounting systems such as Blackbaud Financial Edge, QuickBooks, Paycom, or similar platforms
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation
• Identify and recommend process improvements
• Support cross-functional finance-related requests

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 2–4 years of accounting or finance experience
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

• Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge or similar nonprofit accounting systems
• Experience in a nonprofit or grant-funded environment
• Familiarity with payroll systems such as Paycom
• Experience supporting audits and compliance processes

• Work in a mission-driven organization making a direct community impact
• Gain exposure to nonprofit finance and grant-funded operations
• Collaborative and purpose-driven team environment
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful organizational growth

Interested candidates must submit a resume through our careers page. Only applications submitted through the official posting will be considered.

Greater Sacramento Urban League is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.