Senior Staff Accountant (Temp-to-Hire)

Senior Staff Accountant (Temp-to-Hire) Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid – 3 days in office to start) Employment Type: Temporary-to-Hire Pay Rate: $40–$43 per hour Target FTE Salary Range: $80,000–$90,000 (DOE) Industry: Nonprofit / Mission-Driven Organization About the Opportunity A well-established, mission-driven nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join its finance team on a temp‑to‑hire basis. This role reports to the Accounting Director and will play a key role in supporting core accounting operations, compliance, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nonprofit accountant who enjoys hands‑on work, collaboration, and contributing to an organization with a global impact. Key Responsibilities Perform general accounting functions supporting month‑end and year‑end close Prepare schedules and journal entries for review by senior leadership Develop and maintain multiple cost allocation schedules on a monthly basis Process Accounts Payable, including review, coding, documentation, and timely payments Coordinate with internal staff, vendors, and banking partners in a professional manner Track and manage international wire transfers as needed Ensure adherence to established accounting procedures and internal controls Maintain compliance with applicable sponsoring agency and grant regulations Assist with audit preparation, including annual financial audits and programmatic audits Support preparation of Form 990 and related filings Assist with accounting research and special projects as requested Serve as backup for various accounting functions when needed Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience Strong experience with QuickBooks Online or a similar accounting system Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel Working knowledge of nonprofit accounting, GAAP, and compliance requirements Experience supporting month‑end close and general ledger activities Eligibility to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship available) Ability and willingness to work onsite in a hybrid environment Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications Experience with grant‑funded accounting Understanding of Uniform Guidance Exposure to foreign currency transactions and international payments Experience with accounts payable automation tools (e.g., Anybill or similar) Prior experience supporting audits and Form 990 preparation Desired Characteristics Highly organized, proactive, and detail‑oriented Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment Strong interpersonal and communication skills Professional, service‑oriented approach when working with internal and external stakeholders Motivated by mission‑driven work and organizational impact #J-18808-Ljbffr HRB