Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantThis position supports the Vice President, Accounting Manager in the fiscal and operational needs of the department and the organization as a whole. Senior Accountant duties also include ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all accounting tasks.Duties and responsibilities:Prepare the timely and accurate completion of all financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, for both internal and external stakeholders.Coordinate with the finance and accounting team to develop and implement effective financial policies and procedures that align with the organization's goals and objectives.Assist in the development and monitoring of the organization's forecasting, providing valuable insights and guidance to the finance team and senior management.Monitor compliance with all regulatory requirements and ensure adherence to relevant accounting standards and guidelines specific to non-profit organizations.Analyze financial information and reports findings to leadership.Assist in monthly forecast of revenue and cash collections.Ensures revenue recognition is in accordance with executed MOU agreements.Assist with annual internal and external audits to ensure compliance.Supports month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile cost allocations.Prepare monthly general ledger account reconciliations.Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure financial transparency and accuracy.Other duties as assigned by management.Education and experience requirements:Sage Intacct accounting software experience required.Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.CPA certification preferred.Minimum of 3-5 years accounting experience, with 2-plus years in non-profit accounting required.Able to manage multiple projects at once with the ability to meet deadlines.Thorough and in-depth knowledge of basic accounting procedures and generally accepted accounting principles.Experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year-end close process.Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Advanced MS Excel skills including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and standards, with a demonstrated ability to interpret and apply relevant regulations and guidelines.Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to work with complex financial data.Effective communication and people skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.An elevated level of integrity and a strong commitment to the organization's mission and values.