Nonprofit Accountant

Overview

Position: Accountant
Compensation: $80,000–$90,000 (full-time equivalent)
Location: Remote (U.S.)
Employment Type: Full-time exempt (part-time may be considered based on candidate availability and client needs)
Start Date: Flexible, around June 15, 2026

This role involves providing outsourced financial management services to mission-driven nonprofit organizations across the United States. The accountant will manage day-to-day financial operations for a portfolio of nonprofit clients, supporting budgeting, transactional review, grant reporting, and audit preparation.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly and quarterly close processes, including reconciliations and journal entries
• Prepare financial statements and funder-specific reports
• Track restricted funding and grant allocations
• Review transactional data such as payroll and accounts payable entered by clients or support staff
• Manage annual audit, 990, and 1099 preparation
• Assist with annual budgeting processes
• Collaborate with team members to improve systems and procedures and resolve issues
• Communicate with clients via video, email, and phone to address accounting requests

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum of four years of experience in nonprofit accounting
• Ability to manage monthly financial operations for multiple clients, including reconciliations, budgeting, and reporting
• Clear and respectful communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience working in a fully remote environment; highly organized, self-motivated, and responsive
• Proactive and systems-minded with attention to detail and process improvement
• Proficiency with Excel and nonprofit accounting software; willingness to learn new platforms (experience with MIP Fund Accounting is a plus)
• Understanding of funder requirements and restricted funding
• Commitment to rigorous and human-centered financial work

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates whose lived or professional experiences reflect the diverse communities served by nonprofit clients are strongly encouraged to apply. The organization values inclusivity and seeks individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds in financial services.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary of $80,000–$90,000 (full-time equivalent), based on experience
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan with employer match
• Health and dental insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Unlimited paid time off

Location

This is a fully remote position open to candidates located within the United States.