Senior Accountant

Our client, a nationally recognized nonprofit organization, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager who will oversee core accounting operations with responsibility for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities. This individual will manage daily accounting functions while partnering with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to improve processes, maintain accurate financial records, and support timely reporting. This role will also contribute to monthly and annual close activities, audit preparation, financial analysis, and ongoing process improvement initiatives across the Finance department. Core Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions. Supervise accounting staff responsible for transactional accounting and general ledger maintenance. Ensure financial transactions are processed accurately, completely, and within established deadlines. Review and approve payment requests, invoices, and other high-value disbursements prior to processing. Verify payment batches before release through banking platforms. Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for the monthly close process. Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including financial reporting and account analysis. Support annual external audits by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, responding to auditor requests, and assisting with audit-related journal entries. Partner with Finance leadership to identify opportunities for improving accounting workflows, internal controls, and reporting processes. Participate in financial system implementations, upgrades, testing, user training, and process redesign initiatives. Help optimize procure-to-pay and electronic payment processes while reducing manual workflows. Oversee electronic payment administration, including ACH processing, banking coordination, vendor maintenance, testing, and ongoing support. Manage annual information reporting requirements, including preparation and filing of applicable tax reporting forms. Oversee the resolution of outstanding payments, stale-dated checks, and unclaimed property reporting. Perform complex account reconciliations and financial analyses as requested. Provide accounting guidance and training to finance staff and budget managers. Maintain accounting policies and procedures, ensuring documentation remains current and reflects operational practices. Serve as backup support for treasury-related functions when needed. Lead or participate in special projects assigned by Finance leadership. Perform additional accounting and operational responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline preferred. Approximately 3-5 years of accounting management or supervisory experience. Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting. Experience supporting monthly and annual close processes. Prior experience assisting with external audits. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Experience working with ERP and financial reporting systems. Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Demonstrated problem-solving and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize multiple projects while working independently. Strong customer service orientation and collaborative approach. Experience working in a nonprofit environment is a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr Summit Staffing Partners