Senior Accountant - CPA Preferred

Overview

This is a full-time, fully remote Senior Accountant position open to candidates based in the United States. Due to business and regulatory requirements, applications from residents of California cannot be considered.

The organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to provide accurate, timely full-cycle accounting support for multiple nonprofit clients in a fully remote environment. The role includes recurring accounting operations, month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, audit preparation, grant support, and specialized reporting under the guidance of the Client Services Manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-cycle accounting support for multiple nonprofit clients, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger maintenance
• Prepare month-end close workbooks, complete statement of financial position reconciliations, and issue monthly financial statements
• Meet client deadlines and submit work to compliance and quality control on a timely basis
• Apply nonprofit revenue recognition guidance, including accounting for exchange transactions, contributions, and donor restrictions
• Review investment statements and prepare investment roll-forwards to support accurate financial reporting
• Support grant management and reporting requirements
• Coordinate audit preparation, including schedules, support during audits, and final audit deliverables
• Assist with Form 990 preparation and other local, state, and federal filings
• Prepare specialized reporting to support client decision-making
• Assist with financial analysis, cash flow forecasting, and budget preparation under the guidance of a Controller

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• CPA license preferred
• Minimum of five years of general accounting experience
• Public or outsourced accounting experience preferred
• Nonprofit accounting experience preferred
• Experience in audit preparation

Skills & Abilities

• Strong command of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles
• Ability to manage recurring accounting processes with accuracy, consistency, and close attention to detail
• Comfort working within established procedures, compliance requirements, and quality control standards
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines across client accounts in a remote environment
• Clear written communication for documentation, reporting, and audit support
• Ability to work professionally and independently from home while contributing effectively in a team-oriented virtual environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, QuickBooks Online, and BILL
• Willingness and ability to become proficient with Sage Intacct and other third-party applications

Compensation & Benefits

• 100% remote work environment
• Flexible work schedules
• Comprehensive benefits program
• Competitive compensation
• Strong work-life balance

Work-Life Balance & Flexibility

• Flexible remote schedules
• 15 days of paid time off (PTO), increasing with tenure
• 10 paid holidays annually, including 1 Flex Day
• Annual all-employee paid retreat
• Partial flexibility with work hours, allowing team members to adjust schedules within specified parameters while maintaining core business hours for collaboration and meetings

Core Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD)
• Supplemental insurance options

Financial & Retirement Support

• 401(k) with company match and 100% vesting after the first year
• Monthly technology stipend

Professional Development & Recognition

• 100% reimbursement of CPA licensing fees
• 50% reimbursement of AICPA membership
• Continued ongoing education/training
• Employee reward & recognition perks

Location

• Fully remote within the United States
• Applicants must not be residents of California