Accountant

Our doors are open—and so are our opportunities. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic is a mission-driven organization committed to providing high-quality, inclusive, and non-judgmental sexual and reproductive healthcare to people of all genders, sexual orientations, races, religions, abilities, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate, dedicated workforce that makes a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and communities every day. Our culture of belonging is brought to life through clearly defined Workplace Values and Service Standards that guide how we work, support one another, and serve our patients. These shared principles connect us as one team across all locations and roles, creating a workplace where purpose, collaboration, and respect are at the center of everything we do. If you are passionate about advancing equitable healthcare and want your work to truly matter, we invite you to grow your career with us. Learn more: ppsatcareers.org What’s Interesting About This Role: The Senior Accountant, General Ledger is responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, including ownership of assigned balance sheet accounts, journal entries, reconciliations, and monthly close deliverables. This role serves as a technical accounting resource to the Finance team, providing guidance on GAAP-related matters and supporting consistency across accounting processes in a multi-entity healthcare nonprofit environment. Position Details Location: Remote within our service area (NC, SC, VA, WV) Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (40 hours/week) Who Are You: Strong technical accounting experience with a deep understanding of GAAP and general ledger processes Experience managing complex revenue recognition, accruals, and high-volume financial data Ability to maintain accurate, audit-ready documentation and financial records Subject matter expert who enjoys training, mentoring, and supporting others Background in public accounting preferred Detail-oriented professional who thrives being in accounting operations and problem-solving Passion for continuous growth with aspirations toward a future Controller-level career Mission-aligned individual who values contributing to organizations that make a meaningful impact in their communities What You'll Do: The Senior Accountant, General Ledger performs a wide range of duties including, but not limited to the following: General Ledger & Close Prepare and post accurate journal entries, including accruals, reclasses, and adjustments with complete supporting documentation. Own assigned areas of the monthly and year-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met. Review general ledger activity and identify discrepancies, unusual activity, and inconsistencies. Support preparation and validation of monthly and annual financial reporting packages. Support year-end close activities, including incorporation of audit adjustments and finalization of balances. Balance Sheet Reconciliations Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations that fully tie to supporting documentation. Investigate and resolve discrepancies, aged items, and reconciling differences. Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation and schedules. Audit & Compliance Support Maintain audit-ready workpapers throughout the year. Prepare schedules and provide supporting documentation for annual audits and Form 990 preparation. Respond to auditor requests for assigned areas in a timely and organized manner. Support implementation of audit adjustments and year-end closeout activities. Technical Accounting & Operational Support Apply GAAP with working knowledge of nonprofit accounting concepts. Serve as a technical accounting resource to the accounting team and provide guidance on GAAP-related questions when needed. Support accounting for grants, contributions, restricted funds, and new programs or entities. Assist in maintaining consistency in accounting practices across entities. Identify and support improvements to close and reconciliation processes. Ownership, Quality & Accountability Produce work that is accurate, complete, and delivered on time. Take ownership of assigned areas and clearly explain accounting treatment and supporting documentation. Identify, research, and resolve discrepancies with minimal supervision; escalate appropriately when needed. Communicate issues, proposed resolutions, and outcomes clearly and concisely. Follow defined processes while exercising sound judgment in resolving issues. General Expectations Adhere to affiliate policies and procedures including meetings and training requirements, ensuring punctuality and attendance, and following personnel policies. Assist with other duties and projects as assigned by the Controller and CFO. Foster a collaborative work environment by taking initiative, following through on tasks, and identifying solutions. What You Bring To The Role: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university plus 2 - 4 year’s accounting and/or financial reporting experience or 4 years related experience in lieu of degree. Experience preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, supporting close processes, and performing variance analysis. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis. Proven ability to manage deadlines and produce accurate, supported work with minimal oversight. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Preferred (not required): CPA or CPA candidate preferred. Nonprofit accounting and/or healthcare nonprofit experience. Experience in multi-entity environments. Experience with MIP Fund Accounting. What We Offer: As a full-time PPSAT employee, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Generous paid time off and holiday pay Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Compensation Transparency PPSAT is committed to equitable and transparent pay practices. This position is aligned within our established pay structure, with an annual salary range of $69,000–$89,000 . Starting salary will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity. A complete application includes a cover letter and resume. This position requires a background check once a job offer is extended to the final candidate. PPSAT does not discriminate in employment and understands the many barriers' candidates may face when applying to jobs. One of those barriers is the criminal justice system and its effects on background checks. We understand that these barriers more often negatively impact BIPOC. A conviction is not an absolute bar to employment. Factors such as the age of the offense, evidence of rehabilitation, the seriousness of violation, and job relatedness are considered in all employment decisions. Planned Parenthood of South Atlantic Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement At Planned Parenthood of South Atlantic (PPSAT), we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to keep it at the core of who we are. We are committed to a diverse workforce that welcomes an array of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion in teams, decision-making, policy, practice, and operations contributes to a sense of belonging that benefits our culture, our staff, our patients, and our community. At PPSAT, we are dedicated to learning, reducing and eliminating inequities, and developing best practices to dismantle systemic racism and the complex problems caused by it. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls please. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.