Position Overview We are seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant to join our nonprofit organization. This role will be responsible for the full accounting cycle, including month-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, financial reporting, grant accounting, and revenue recognition.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and perform monthly account reconciliations.
- Oversee full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
- Process approximately 250 invoices per month and ensure timely vendor payments.
- Perform bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations.
- Handle payroll processing and payroll-related accounting activities.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Manage revenue recognition and deferred revenue accounting in accordance with accounting standards.
- Account for restricted grants, government funding, and donor-restricted funds.
- Review contracts and monitor compliance with funding and reporting requirements.
- Support audits and assist with year-end audit preparation.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting regulations and internal controls.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
- Strong experience with month-end close, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting.
- Experience with revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and grant accounting.
- Hands-on experience processing payroll.
- Proven experience managing full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online (required and non-negotiable).
- Strong understanding of debits, credits, accruals, and account reconciliations.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a nonprofit, government-funded, or grant-funded organization.
- Experience with restricted grants and donor-funded programs.
- Knowledge of nonprofit financial reporting and compliance requirements.
