Sr. Accountant

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a nonprofit team in St. Petersburg, Florida, in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position supports the accounting needs of a complex nonprofit organization by overseeing core financial activities, strengthening reporting accuracy, and contributing to efficient daily operations. The role also offers a strong path for career growth, with opportunities to expand leadership responsibility and support broader finance initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee monthly closing activities by preparing entries, reviewing ledger activity, and ensuring financial records are complete and accurate.
• Reconcile bank accounts, contributed revenue, and other key balances to maintain reliable financial reporting.
• Apply proper revenue recognition practices across multiple funding sources and support accurate classification of transactions.
• Prepare internal financial reports and assist leadership with analysis needed for operational and strategic decisions.
• Administer payroll-related accounting and coordinate benefits reporting while maintaining compliance with established policies.
• Support annual audit preparation by organizing schedules, documentation, and responses to external auditors.
• Help manage day-to-day accounting operations with a practical approach that promotes accuracy, timeliness, and accountability.
• Contribute to finance process improvements and assist with accounting-related activities connected to the organization’s transition from Abila to Sage Intacct.
• Strong experience managing month-end close activities in a detail-focused accounting environment.
• Solid understanding of general ledger structure, journal entry preparation, and account analysis.
• Proven ability to complete detailed account and bank reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Background in nonprofit accounting or fund accounting is strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret financial information quickly and work independently with limited supervision.
• Experience supporting financial reporting, audit processes, and day-to-day accounting operations.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail in handling multiple deadlines and priorities.