Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Part Time ( 30 hours per week) Sr Accountant opening within a non profit that offers a hybrid schedule and flexible hours.

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant to support the day-to-day financial operations of a growing nonprofit organization. This role will be responsible for full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, grant accounting, audit support, and month-end/year-end close activities while ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and funding requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring strong nonprofit accounting experience, advanced QuickBooks Online expertise, and a process-improvement mindset. This individual will serve as a key member of the finance team, helping strengthen internal controls, streamline workflows, and provide meaningful financial insights that support the organization's mission.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Perform full-cycle accounting functions including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Manage day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities
• Review and reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and balance sheet accounts
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes
• Maintain the integrity of financial records in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances
• Assist leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting
• Develop reports that provide meaningful insights to support organizational decision-making

Grant & Fund Accounting

• Track and monitor grant expenditures and restricted funds
• Prepare grant financial reports and reimbursement requests
• Ensure expenses are properly allocated and coded by funding source
• Support compliance with grantor requirements and nonprofit fund accounting principles

Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate and support annual financial audits and grant audits
• Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure audit readiness throughout the year
• Assist with regulatory and financial compliance requirements

Process Improvement

• Evaluate existing accounting processes and identify opportunities for greater efficiency and accuracy
• Recommend and implement best practices to improve workflows, reporting, and internal controls
• Leverage QuickBooks Online and other technology tools to automate and streamline processes
• Partner with leadership to build scalable accounting procedures that support organizational growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, grants management, and GAAP
• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks Online required
• Experience managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end close
• Experience supporting external audits and preparing audit schedules
• Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, and financial analysis
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting a mission-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with nonprofit grant funding, restricted funds, and government contracts
• Experience implementing process improvements and strengthening accounting operations
• Prior experience serving in a Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or similar role
• Experience working in a small to mid-sized nonprofit environment where wearing multiple hats is required

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a mission-driven accounting professional who understands the unique financial needs of nonprofit organizations. They are hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of managing day-to-day accounting functions while improving processes, strengthening controls, and supporting leadership with accurate and timely financial information

Benefits include Medical, 401k, and holiday pay. This is a contract role for 6 months.

Pay between $33/hr-$37/hr DOE

Pay Details: $33.00 to $37.00 per hour

Search managed by: Vanessa Krause

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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