East Harris County Empowerment Council · 8 hours ago
Senior Staff Accountant
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expEast Harris County Empowerment Council (EHCEC) is the regional development anchor for East Harris County, focusing on financial integrity and stewardship of public and private funding. The Senior Staff Accountant ensures accurate financial records, compliance, and audit readiness, playing a critical role in managing multiple programs and grants.
CharityNon ProfitSocial
Responsibilities
Submit 100% of program and grant invoices on time each month
Maintain <1% error rate across all submitted invoices
Ensure zero invoices rejected due to documentation issues
Track 100% of active grant spending against approved budgets
Record 100% of grant revenue and program invoices accurately in QuickBooks
Complete 100% of bank and credit card reconciliations by monthly close
Reconcile payroll to the general ledger with zero unexplained variances
Record depreciation and amortization monthly with accurate schedules
Maintain accurate schedules for 100% of balance sheet accounts
Keep accounting records audit-ready at all times
Collect and verify 100% of employee timesheets each month
Review and validate 100% of staff and expense allocations monthly
Produce ad hoc financial and grant reports within agreed timelines
Follow and reinforce internal control procedures with no compliance lapses
Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation for all assigned accounts and grants
Support annual audits and funder monitoring visits with timely, complete responses
Contribute to zero material audit findings within assigned scope
Escalate compliance risks immediately upon identification
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
3–5 years of accounting experience (nonprofit or grant-funded preferred)
Strong general ledger and reconciliation experience
Proficiency with QuickBooks or similar accounting software
High attention to detail and documentation standards
Preferred
Nonprofit or grant-funded accounting experience
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits – 100% employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Generous PTO – 30 days plus 6 health and wellness days of paid time off annually.
401(k) Match – We match dollar-for-dollar up to 5%.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for mental health, financial counseling, and personal wellness.
Employee Snack Bar – Complimentary snacks and refreshments to keep you energized throughout the day.
Career Advancement Opportunities – Ongoing professional development, mentorship, and leadership training to support your growth.
True Team Atmosphere – A culture built on collaboration, inclusivity, and shared success.
Team Culture – Annual retreats, quarterly team-building events, and a commitment to work-life balance.
Company
East Harris County Empowerment Council
East Harris County Empowerment Council offers financial assistance to families and rebuilds lives after a disaster.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
OpenAI FoundationHouston Methodist Hospital
2025-12-03Grant
2022-06-02Grant
Leadership Team
Terence Narcisse, MBA, CNP
Founder+Chief Executive Officer
Christina Alley
Chief Impact Officer
Recent News
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