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Now Hiring: Staff Accountant

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Now Hiring: Staff Accountant


Location: On‑site in Oklahoma City, OK 
Employment Type: Full‑time | Exempt 
Reports to: Controller 

About Inasmuch Foundation 

Inasmuch Foundation champions community enhancement, education, human services, and journalism to improve the quality of life for Oklahomans. A small, collaborative team, we are responsible for stewarding a significant endowment and partnering closely with nonprofit leaders across the state. Inasmuch Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse team and an inclusive culture. Inasmuch welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. 

The Role 

We are seeking a proactive Staff Accountant to oversee daily accounting operations, including payroll, and to provide support with investment and grants accounting. In this role, the Staff Accountant will assume several of the Controller’s routine responsibilities, help ensure timely and accurate financial closes, and contribute to strengthening internal controls. This position will primarily work in QuickBooks Desktop for accounting tasks, utilize Foundant for grants management, and coordinate with investment systems such as Clearwater Analytics and Total Plan. 

What You’ll Do 
  • Core accounting & payroll 
  • Prepare and process payroll accurately and on schedule. 
  • Process accounts payable and employee reimbursements; prepare and schedule ACH payments; maintain vendor/1099 files. 
  • Post cash receipts; maintain the cash position; prepare and post journal entries. 
  • Perform daily and month‑end account reconciliations (bank, brokerage downloads, prepaid/deferrals, credit card). 
  • Grants & Foundant 
  • Coordinate grants payable from Foundant to the GL: export/import payment files, book accruals/releases, and reconcile grants expense and liabilities. 
  • Partner with program staff to validate payment schedules and reporting holds before disbursement. 
  • Investments support 
  • Post routine investment income/activity (interest, dividends, realized gains, fees) from Clearwater files; support private investment entries and capital/distribution tracking. 
  • Compliance, audit, and tax 
  • Prepare workpapers and schedules for the annual audit and 990‑PF filing. 
  • Maintain document retention and control evidence. 
  • Process & systems 
  • Maintain checklists, processes and procedures, and control narratives; recommend simplifications/automations (Excel/Power Query/Power Automate where helpful). 
What You’ll Bring 

Must‑haves 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 
  • 2-4 years of accounting experience (nonprofit or fund accounting a plus). 
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop and Excel (pivot tables, lookups). 
  • Experience with grants payable or payables at scale. 
  • Strong understanding of reconciliations, journal entries, and month‑end close. 

Nice‑to‑haves 

  • Familiarity with ASC 958; prior foundation or grantmaking experience. 
  • Exposure to Foundant and investment platforms (Clearwater Analytics, Total Plan). 
  • CPA is a plus. 
Tools You’ll Use 
  • QuickBooks Desktop
  • Foundant
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Clearwater Analytics
  • Total Plan
Work Setting 

On‑site in downtown Oklahoma City; typical business hours with occasional flexibility. 

Compensation & Benefits 

Salary range: $70,000 – $80,000 DOE. 

Benefits (high level): Insurance benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. Other benefits include employer‑sponsored retirement plan, paid time off and holidays, parental leave, cafeteria plan, paid parking, cell phone stipend, and Matching Gift Plan. 

Additional Details 

Target start date: within 30 days of offer. 

Pre‑employment background check required. 

How to Apply 

Send your resume to careers@inasmuchfoundation.org with the subject line “Staff Accountant – Your Name.”