Sr. Accountant

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a non-profit organization in Washington, District of Columbia on a Contract basis Hybrid In office 3 days / week. Mon, Tues, Wed in office. This role supports core accounting operations and related financial activity, with a focus on maintaining accurate records, strengthening reporting, and ensuring reliable day-to-day execution. The position is well suited for an accounting specialist with strong attention to detail, nonprofit experience, strong technical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee end-to-end accounting activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and financial processes run smoothly each day.
• Administer accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows, including invoice handling, payment activity, and receivable tracking.
• Prepare and review reconciliations across bank accounts, income statement accounts, and balance sheet accounts to support accurate month-end reporting.
• Monitor general ledger activity, post and review journal entries, and investigate variances or discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain balance sheet schedules, including prepaid accounts, and confirm supporting documentation is complete and current.
• Support grant and fund accounting by tracking restricted activity, monitoring financial movements, and helping maintain compliance with reporting requirements.
• Reconcile charitable contributions, gifts, and other incoming funds to ensure donations and payments are properly recorded.
• Evaluate accounting workflows in the current system environment, identify areas for improvement, and help stabilize post-implementation operations.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience, including work in a nonprofit setting.
• Strong technical accounting background with experience in general ledger management, month-end close, and journal entries.
• Hands-on experience performing balance sheet and account reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Familiarity with Financial Edge is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Raiser's Edge is beneficial.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage responsibilities independently and carefully