Staff Accountant

We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join FoundationCCC in its mission of benefiting, supporting, and enhancing the California Community Colleges—the largest and most diverse system of higher education in the nation. Together, we are building stronger communities by getting students and colleges the resources they need to succeed and expanding pathways to economic and social mobility across California. Join us as we continue this important work to uphold the value of community colleges in building a brighter future.  

What You’ll Do 

We are a group of relentless optimists and innovators in education, working collaboratively with public and private partners to help improve student experience and expand pathways to economic and social mobility in communities across California. The Payment Programs team is seeking an Accountant to support financial operations in collaboration with state agencies and nonprofit organizations. We work as a third-party administrator, distributing payments address critical needs, support workforce development, and strengthen community engagement.

The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining projects including but not limited to provider data management, data analysis, time management, financial reporting and managing tickets in various ticketing systems. Crossover duties related to Payroll and accounting administrative duties will be a part of this role as well. This position tracks tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities such as month-end/year-end close.

•   Ensures accurate and efficient processing of payments and acts as the liaison between FoundationCCC and customer fiscal analysts.  This includes maintaining assigned payment projects, preparing invoices with supporting documentation, comparing expenses to contracted budgeted amounts for accuracy, identifying any variances within contract terms, and providing metrics for the project

• Completes balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations as assigned monthly.

• Completes bank account reconciliations as assigned on a daily/monthly basis.

• Payroll related duties include validating direct deposits, setting up employee work locations, and performing other payroll administrative tasks as assigned.

Attributes for Success  

• A self-starter and quick learner who is highly motivated and outcome-oriented, always seeking innovative approaches to project execution.

• Minimum of two (2) + years of related work experience in finance or accounting.

• A strategic and creative thinker who can problem-solve, working within and across teams to swiftly respond to needs identified across the California Community Colleges.

• Ability to work on a fast-paced team and build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Our work holds great weight and responsibility, and the opportunity to impact the lives of millions of individuals in California 

• FoundationCCC blends the impact of a non-profit, the culture of an entrepreneurial start-up, and the scale of a state agency 

• We are committed to professional development with an emphasis on shared leadership, to ensure growth for employees and the organization overall 

What we Offer 

FoundationCCC is fully committed to a “remote-first” philosophy, and recruits and hires talent across the state in fully remote positions, where virtual work is possible. Our headquarters are located in Downtown Sacramento, just blocks from California’s State Capitol.  

Benefits 

• Competitive compensation, generous PTO, and paid holidays  

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Wellness offerings 

• CalPERS retirement program and optional 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans 

• Carrot reproductive health and fertility support  

• Tuition reimbursement 

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer  

To see the full job description, please email [email protected].