Senior Accountant, General Ledger & Close

Overview

A mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing psychological science is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical Senior Accountant to support general ledger operations and the monthly close process. This role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with U.S. GAAP standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and performing account reconciliations.
• Support GAAP compliance across the organization and related entities.
• Conduct financial analysis and generate reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage LLC accounting by reviewing workpapers prepared by external accountants.
• Support audit activities and ensure timely responses to internal and external requests.
• Monitor cash flow, identify risks, and provide insights to support financial decision-making.
• Evaluate and improve accounting processes and internal controls to safeguard assets and promote operational efficiency.
• Collaborate across teams and assist with financial statement preparation, budgeting, and processing documentation.
• Assist with accounting system requests, projects, and ad hoc assignments as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 5–10 years of accounting experience with hands-on close responsibilities.
• Extensive experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and account analysis.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accrual accounting.
• Excellent critical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and strong Excel skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• The organization operates on a 37.5-hour work week with one-hour lunch breaks each day.
• Salaries are set based on years of relevant experience, level of education, and previous staff and/or governance experience.
• Benefits include remote work/flexible scheduling, a 401(k) plan with employer match up to 4%, medical, dental, and vision insurance options including outpatient mental health benefits.
• Paid personal/vacation time plus 12 paid holidays.
• Family/Medical Leave, tuition assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), short- and long-term disability insurance, and more.

Location

• This is a remote position.
• Remote work eligibility is subject to approval and defined by the organization's Flexible Work Policy.
• Remote employees may not work from the following states or U.S. territories: Alaska, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Montana, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, U.S. Virgin Islands, Washington, Wyoming.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law.