Senior Accountant

We are seeking an experienced Non Profit Senior Accountant for a temporary assignment to support our finance and accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have strong nonprofit and fund accounting experience and must possess hands-on expertise with MIP Fund Accounting Software (MIP by Community Brands). This role will be responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing financial reports, supporting month-end close activities, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Manage general ledger activities and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Utilize MIP Fund Accounting Software to process transactions, generate reports, and maintain accounting records.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and grant/fund activity.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.
• Support audit preparation and respond to auditor requests.
• Monitor compliance with GAAP and organizational accounting policies.
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with finance leadership and cross-functional departments on special projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Required: Recent, hands-on experience with MIP Fund Accounting Software.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with nonprofit, government, or fund accounting environments preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP functions.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

BENEFITS

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Benefits are based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and plan eligibility requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

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