Senior Accountant

Overview

This contract-to-hire opportunity is for a Senior Accountant to support a grant-funded nonprofit organization. The role will integrate into a mature finance function and strengthen financial integrity through core accounting responsibilities. Work will include using Sage Intacct in a complex nonprofit environment, supporting reporting for restricted and unrestricted funds, and helping inform strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full month-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, and account reviews in Sage Intacct.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support annual and periodic audits by preparing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and maintaining proper documentation.
• Maintain and refine the chart of accounts and dimensions in Sage Intacct to align with nonprofit and grant reporting requirements.
• Oversee grant-related accounting entries, including revenue recognition, fund allocations, and tracking of restricted vs. unrestricted funds.
• Produce and analyze financial reports for internal stakeholders, highlighting variances and providing insight into program and grant performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements and control enhancements across core accounting workflows.
• Collaborate with program and development teams to ensure accurate coding, budgeting, and financial tracking of grants and projects.

Requirements

• Extensive hands-on experience in nonprofit accounting, including fund accounting and grant-related financial management.
• Proven proficiency with Sage Intacct in a nonprofit environment, including use of dimensions, reporting, and system navigation.
• Strong background in month-end close, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.
• Experience supporting external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and documentation.
• Ability to interpret and apply nonprofit accounting standards and best practices.
• Advanced Excel skills for reconciliation, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with corporate, foundation, and private grant funding structures.
• Prior involvement in process improvement initiatives or systems optimization in an accounting function.
• Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and grant reporting tools integrated with Sage Intacct.
• Exposure to multi-entity or multi-program nonprofit environments.
• Experience in a contract-to-hire or fast-paced transition environment where quick ramp-up is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• Formal training or coursework in nonprofit accounting strongly preferred.
• Documented experience as a Senior Accountant or equivalent level in a nonprofit organization.

Location

Not specified in the provided job description.