Senior Staff Accountant

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join a mission-driven nonprofit organization. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting monthly and year-end close processes, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong general ledger experience, a collaborative mindset, and a solid understanding of nonprofit accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial transactions.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting reports for leadership.
• Monitor and analyze budget-to-actual results and investigate variances.
• Support grant accounting, restricted funds tracking, and donor reporting requirements.
• Assist with annual audits, tax filings, and compliance reporting.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other key financial records.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and strengthen internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior nonprofit accounting experience required.
• Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Experience with grant accounting, fund accounting, or restricted funds strongly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.