Senior Accountant

Overview

A nonprofit organization dedicated to safeguarding American democracy is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant for a temporary contract position lasting approximately 24 weeks. This fully remote role involves supporting accounting functions across three entities.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly accounting close activities, including preparing journal entries and compiling monthly and annual account reconciliations to maintain a 10-day close period across three entities.
• Assist in processing semi-monthly payroll and 401(k) contributions.
• Review and process third-party vendor invoices and employee reimbursements, ensuring accurate coding of employee credit card charges.
• Help maintain compliance with US GAAP and applicable 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) accounting rules.
• Contribute to the preparation of schedules for annual financial audits and Form 990 production.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Typically 3–7 years of professional accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting, reconciliation, payroll, and Form 990.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting.
• Familiarity with Sage Intacct, Paychex, and Ramp.
• Ability to manage general ledger and month-end close processes.
• Experience with financial audits.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour.
• Eligibility for benefits may depend on job classification and length of employment.
• Potential benefits include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
  • Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employee and dependents
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Location

• This is a fully remote position.
• Contract position based out of Washington, DC.

Additional Information

• The role reports to the Director of Finance and collaborates with another Senior Accountant.
• The organization operates three entities: a 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and a single-member LLC, requiring separate time tracking and billing for each.
• The application deadline is June 23, 2026.