Accountant

Overview

Position: Accountant
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Remote - Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont only
Reports To: Controller

This role supports the organization's mission by ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial data through timely and precise accounting practices. The Accountant maintains the general ledger, prepares reconciliations, and supports financial reporting and audit processes. Collaboration across Finance and Operations teams is essential to uphold financial health and transparency.

Responsibilities

General Accounting

• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of financial transactions and records.
• Prepare journal entries, banking entries, accruals, and adjustments in accordance with GAAP and organizational accounting policies.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances promptly.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities to meet deadlines.
• Conduct research on accounting topics as requested, present findings, and make recommendations.
• Support implementation of best practices to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

Financial Reporting

• Support preparation of internal financial statements and management reports.
• Gather, track, and analyze financial data; assist with financial analyses to identify trends, discrepancies, or improvement opportunities.
• Maintain supporting files and schedules for financial data; provide documentation for internal reviews, audits, and external reviews.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Finance, Advancement, Shared Services, and Operations teams to ensure accurate coding, allocations, and financial data flow.
• Ensure timely processing, proper documentation, and compliance adherence in financial transactions.
• Communicate effectively with program and departmental leaders to provide financial insight and guidance.

Compliance and Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with internal control policies, accounting standards, and applicable laws.
• Maintain accurate documentation to support audit readiness and financial transparency.
• Participate in continuous process improvement initiatives to strengthen financial systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Experience in corporate finance preferred; nonprofit or human services experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general ledger systems, internal controls, and best practices.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across functions and with external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and financial software; experience with Great Plains preferred.

Working Conditions

• Regular use of computers, financial software, and virtual collaboration tools.
• Occasional extended hours during audit and closing cycles.
• Periodic travel to regional offices and program sites may be required.
• Physical demands include prolonged sitting, computer use, and occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.