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Lead Accountant

$85k - $100k

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Leading Non Profit Organization

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Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 per year

A bit about us:

Leading Non Profit with growth opportunities

Why join us?

Compassion, impactful mission for communities throughout Arizona

Job Details

Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Mesa, AZ
Industry: Mission-Driven / Nonprofit Organization
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site
About the Organization
Our client is a well-established, mission-driven organization serving the greater Phoenix area. They support diverse programs funded through a combination of government contracts, grants, donations, and program revenue. The finance team plays a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and transparency across the organization’s operations.

Position Overview
The Senior Staff Accountant is a key contributor within the Accounting & Finance team, responsible for overseeing daily accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial activities.

Reporting to the CFO, this role provides oversight and review of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Staff Accountant functions, while supporting the general ledger, month-end close, audits, and financial reporting. The position operates within a complex, multi-fund environment and requires strong attention to detail, organization, and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities
Core Accounting & Oversight

Oversee day-to-day accounting operations across AP, AR, and Staff Accountant functions
Review invoices, payments, deposits, allocations, journal entries, and reconciliations for accuracy and compliance
Maintain integrity of the general ledger and support month-end and year-end close processes
Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
Prepare supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Support restricted and unrestricted fund accounting, including grants and deferred revenue
Assist with financial reports related to contracts, grants, and funding sources

Process Improvement & Systems

Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, documentation, and controls
Support implementation and optimization of accounting systems and automation tools
Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation

Collaboration & Leadership Support

Partner with Program, HR, Operations, and Development teams to ensure accurate coding and timely processing
Provide technical guidance and day-to-day support to accounting staff
Promote consistency, quality, and a collaborative team environment

Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)

Experience

3–5 years of progressive accounting experience
Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close
Experience with AP and AR functions
Exposure to nonprofit, fund accounting, grants, or multi-fund environments preferred
Experience supporting GAAP financial reporting
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Experience reviewing or supporting the work of other accounting staff preferred

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
401(k) with employer contribution
Life, AD&D, and disability coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness and employee support programs
Supportive, professional team environment

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