Senior Accountant

Location: Lawrence, Kansas. This is a hybrid position that requires being in-person at least two days in the CREW Network headquarters office. Reports to: Controller Position Summary CREW Network is seeking a Senior Accountant who will be responsible for overseeing accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial operations across multiple entities, including chapter accounting and the organization’s nonprofit foundation activities. This role serves as a key contributor to the organization’s accounting operations by ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial controls in a high-volume, technology-driven environment. The ideal candidate is a technically strong accounting professional with advanced experience in ERP and association management systems (AMS), including NetSuite and NetForum. This individual must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to evolving systems and processes. CREW Network is an international federation of affiliated member organizations (chapters) of commercial real estate professionals. The organization supports more than 85 chapters and affiliates across North America and Europe, representing over 15,000 individual members in more than 10 countries. In addition, CREW Network offers service support (i.e. technology, accounting) for the majority of its chapters. Key Responsibilities Chapter Accounting Prepare and manage monthly chapter revenue and membership dues reconciliations between chapters and CREW Network, ensuring accuracy between NetForum and NetSuite. Serve as the primary point of contact for chapter clients regarding revenue and membership dues reconciliation inquiries and reporting. Monitor, reconcile, and maintain accounts receivable activity monthly. Prepare and enter accounts receivable, revenue, and membership dues transactions into NetSuite. Process insurance certificates requested by chapters for events. Provide accounting support and guidance to chapter administrative services staff related to financial operations and processes. CREW Network Prepare monthly billing invoices for chapters and CREW Network. Monitor, reconcile, and maintain accounts receivable activity monthly. Reconcile weekly and monthly membership dues reports and receipts in coordination with the Membership Coordinator. Prepare and manage monthly time billing and intercompany payment processing between CREW Network and chapters. Prepare and manage quarterly intercompany grant reporting and related billings between CREW Network and CREW Network Foundation. Reconcile bank accounts, credit card activity, and incoming revenue transactions. Process electronic payments, bank deposits, refunds, and other cash receipts while maintaining accurate supporting documentation. Monitor daily bank activity and ensure timely and accurate posting of transactions. Process and reconcile payments from NetForum to NetSuite, including batch reconciliation, posting, and import activities. Assist in the annual audit, including producing reconciliations for accounts receivable and revenue, as needed. CREW Network Foundation and CREW Network Foundation Canada Reconcile and report monthly and annual chapter fundraiser activity, serving as the primary accounting contact for chapter fundraising inquiries. Process and reconcile all Foundation payments and receipts through NetForum and NetSuite, including balancing, posting, batch imports, and deposit preparation. Manage monthly and annual pledge receivable entries, reconciliations, and reporting within NetSuite. Reconcile credit card activity, bank accounts, and related income and expense transactions for CREW Network Foundation. Process Canadian receipts and deposits, including reconciliation of Canadian bank accounts. Prepare and reconcile intercompany journal entries and account balances between CREW Network, CREW Network Foundation, and CREW Network Foundation Canada. Maintain accurate financial records and support monthly financial dashboard reporting for the Foundation. CREW Network is a collaborative, supportive, mission-driven workplace. This position will require other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including accounts receivable and reconciliations in a multi-entity environment. Strong technical accounting knowledge and advanced proficiency with ERP/accounting systems, including NetSuite experience preferred. Experience working with integrated financial and AMS systems, including NetForum, is highly desirable. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Preferred Experience Association or nonprofit organization experience preferred. Experience supporting audits and improving accounting processes and controls. Additional Benefits CREW Network offers competitive benefits including the opportunity to work remotely, 100% employer-paid health care, a health savings account, and annual professional development opportunities. CREW Network is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr