Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a respected organization in Doylestown, Pennsylvania on a Long-term Contract basis. This role will support core accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end activities while helping maintain accurate records and strong financial controls. The ideal candidate brings a solid background in general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and audit support, with the ability to communicate financial information clearly across the organization.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee month-end close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing account activity, and ensuring timely completion of reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger and investigate variances to support accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
• Perform detailed account and bank reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and document findings for internal review.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports, including budget-to-actual analysis, for leadership and governance groups.
• Assemble audit schedules and supporting documentation for external audits, tax-related filings, and other compliance requirements.
• Monitor fund activity and support financial tracking in an accounting system, with particular value placed on Blackbaud Financial Edge experience.
• Strengthen internal control processes by maintaining organized records and supporting consistent accounting procedures.
• Contribute to payroll-related accounting tasks and assist with finance support tied to HR processes when needed.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including hands-on responsibility for close activities and reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial statement preparation, and financial reporting.
• Experience creating audit support materials, maintaining internal controls, and assisting with tax or regulatory filings.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, lookup functions, and complex formulas.
• Prior experience working in an accounting or ERP system; Blackbaud Financial Edge expertise is strongly preferred.
• Background in nonprofit or fund accounting, including restricted funds and grant-related reporting, is highly preferred.
• Effective analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to explain financial results to varied audiences.