Fractional Accountant (contract)
Overview
The organization is seeking an accountant to support the transition as its long-time accountant retires after 26+ years of service and stewardship.
This role operates within a calendar year fiscal year (1/1 to 12/31). Financial transparency and compliance are supported through a Platinum level presence on Candid. The organization partners with KSM for 990 tax reporting, fall interim (virtual) audit, and March field work audit. Sage 50 is used for accounting.
Communications & Meetings
- Weekly: 30–45 minute video call to review current activities, transactions, and upcoming operational items to provide context for what will pass through the books.
- Monthly: Video call with the Operations/Finance Board committee (chaired by the Treasurer). The accountant provides a financial summary review, and may review management basis documents based on the GAAP financials geared from an operations perspective.
- Ongoing: Daily email communication for questions and approvals on invoices and other items.
Responsibilities
The position includes maintaining all financial records, including (but not limited to):
- Accounts Receivable
- Grants Receivable
- Accounts Payable
- Cash Receipts
- Cash Disbursements
- Recording restrictions and release from restrictions
- Recording Payroll
- Bank and Investment reconciliations
Additional responsibilities include:
- Preparing GAAP and management basis financials in a collegial manner, with active engagement in understanding the organization’s work.
- Providing financial summary review for the monthly board committee meeting.
The organization’s transition plan includes knowledge transfer during this fall prior to the accountant’s 12/31/26 retirement, and the current accountant has indicated support for the 2025 audit.
Requirements
- Experience in nonprofit (NFP) accounting.
- Ability to engage, participate, and understand organizational activities to support GAAP and management basis financial reporting.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation and benefits details were not provided.
Location
Indianapolis (Indiana)