Junior Accountant
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onArthur B. Sim Golf Course, North McLean Boulevard, Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas, 67203, United States
About Kansas Children's Service League
Founded in 1893, Kansas Children's Service League (KCSL) is a statewide nonprofit agency dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children. We serve thousands of Kansas children and families annually, working to break cycles of neglect, abuse, and trauma through programs focused on health, safety, and education. As the Kansas chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America and Circle of Parents, our mission is to help children and parents develop the skills necessary for success in their families, schools, and workplaces.
About the Role
As a Junior Accountant, you will be a vital part of our business office, supporting the financial operations that allow us to serve our community. This role bridges the gap between program staff and finance, ensuring that our funding sources are managed accurately and transparently. You will handle day-to-day accounting operations, including preparing journal entries, maintaining the general ledger, and performing financial analysis. A key part of your day will involve tracking expenses, preparing monthly and quarterly reports for funders, and analyzing variances between actual spending and budgets. You will also act as a liaison to support program staff with financial questions and assist with audit schedules.
Our Culture and Expectations
At KCSL, every team member is responsible for supporting our mission, vision, and values. We foster a culture of professionalism, active collaboration, and effective communication. We expect all employees to demonstrate high-quality customer service, accountability, and respect for the diverse backgrounds of our staff, customers, and communities. You will be expected to understand the breadth of our services and help connect customers with the right resources within the organization.
Equal Opportunity
Kansas Children's Service League is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Arthur B. Sim Golf Course, North McLean Boulevard, Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas, 67203, United States
Wichita, Kansas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePrepare journal entries, vouchers, and post activity to general ledger
- check_circleMaintain vendor master and perform subsidiary ledger reconciliation
- check_circlePrepare monthly and quarterly reports with actual to budget variance analysis
- check_circleAct as liaison between program staff and finance for financial questions
- check_circleOversee assigned funding sources and provide required grant reporting
- check_circleAssist with audit schedules and support day-to-day business office operations
- check_circleConduct financial analysis on general ledger accounts and track expenses
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field
- verified2 years of finance or accounting experience
- verifiedProficient in MS Excel and other Microsoft Office products
Nice to Have
Experience with nonprofit accounting and grant management
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, & Vision Insurancecheck_circlePet Insurancecheck_circleCritical Illness & Accident Insurancecheck_circleFlexible Spending Accountcheck_circlePaid Life Insurancecheck_circle401(K) & matching offeringscheck_circleFamily Friendly Paid Wellness Leavecheck_circlePaid Vacation & Wellness Timecheck_circlePaid Holidayscheck_circleEmployee Wellness Program
