Sr. Accountant and Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant and Analyst to support core accounting operations and financial reporting for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Norfolk, Virginia. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting audit activities, and helping deliver timely month-end and year-end close results. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound knowledge of general ledger accounting, and the ability to work across departments to strengthen reporting, compliance, and financial processes.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and review financial reports, schedules, and supporting analyses to promote accurate and timely reporting outcomes.
• Coordinate audit and review support by assembling documentation, organizing requested materials, and partnering with internal teams to gather required financial information.
• Evaluate account reconciliations, journal entries, and ledger activity to help ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting records.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by developing supporting schedules and validating transactions tied to financial statement preparation.
• Assist with reporting submissions required by applicable Virginia state accounting guidelines and established deadlines.
• Perform financial analysis to identify discrepancies, explain variances, and support informed decision-making.
• Participate in finance-related projects, including research on updated accounting guidance and execution of process improvement initiatives.
• Review existing policies and procedures related to assigned responsibilities and recommend revisions that align with compliance expectations and operational best practices.• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in a senior accountant or analytical accounting capacity.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and ledger review.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial statement support activities.
• Proficiency in account reconciliation and bank reconciliation with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to perform financial analysis and interpret accounting data effectively.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for reporting, analysis, and schedule preparation.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, work independently, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.