Accountant (Entry-Level)

Position Overview

Muslim Aid USA (MAUSA) is a faith-based international charity committed to alleviating suffering for individuals and communities affected by natural disasters, conflict, and poverty. The Accountant (Entry-Level) plays a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization through day-to-day accounting operations including data entry, reporting, reconciliations, and audits. Based in McLean, VA in the Finance department, this full-time opportunity offers competitive compensation of $60,000 - $70,000 annually and reports directly to the Senior Accountant.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately and promptly enter all donations into Salesforce and QuickBooks Online.
• Review daily income transactions and report any variances.
• Prepare monthly revenue summaries, ensuring consistency and accuracy across data sources.
• Monitor and review monthly accounts/pledges receivable aging summary.
• Reconcile daily bank transactions with merchant service provider payout reports.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Assist the Senior Accountant in following up on outstanding pledge donations related to fundraising events.
• Prepare and review journal entries with proper coding and supporting documentation.
• Support appropriate allocation of administrative and fundraising expenses across funding sources.
• Assist in preparation of financial reports and materials for annual audits.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold internal controls and accounting best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Up to 5 years of accounting experience; nonprofit experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Salesforce data entry.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Experience reconciling complex financial transactions and preparing journal entries.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Benefits & Perks

• Full benefits package available after a 2-month waiting period.
• Employer-paid health insurance.
• Paid time off/sick leave.
• Retirement contributions to shari'ah-compliant 401K through Saturna Capital.