Nonprofit Accountant (Part-Time/Contract/Remote/U.S.-Based)

Overview

This role is for a Nonprofit Accountant (Part-Time/Remote/U.S.-Based). The organization is seeking an experienced nonprofit accountant to join on a part-time, hourly basis. This is a remote contract position supporting nonprofit organizations across the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close processes, including reconciliations and journal entries
• Prepare financial statements and funder-specific reports
• Track restricted funding and grant allocations
• Review transactional data (e.g., payroll, accounts payable) entered by client or support staff
• Assist with audit preparation and annual budgeting
• Meet with clients regularly via video conference calls and communicate clearly by email

Contract Details

• Hourly Rate: $40–$55/hour (depending on experience)
• Estimated Hours: 10–20 hours per week; additional hours needed per quarter and yearly, with flexibility to grow
• Contract Type: Freelance/1099
• Location: Remote (U.S. only)

Requirements

• At least 3 years of nonprofit accounting experience
• Strong understanding of restricted funds, funder compliance, and grant tracking
• Ability to manage accounting for multiple clients or projects simultaneously
• High comfort level with Excel and cloud-based accounting tools (MIP Fund Accounting and BILL are used; experience with similar tools like QBO or Sage Intacct is helpful)
• Highly organized, communicative, and detail-oriented
• Based in and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Experience in outsourced accounting or nonprofit financial consulting
• Familiarity with audit processes and 990 preparation

Preferred Qualifications

• Openness to increasing hours over time or transitioning into full-time work (as the organization grows)