Senior Accountant (Remote in US)

Overview

This role involves serving as a Senior Accountant responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial records and reports in compliance with U.S. GAAP. The position manages full-cycle accounts payable, payroll, and month-end close processes for the U.S. entity while supporting global financial reporting and consolidation efforts.

Responsibilities

U.S. Financial Operations (45%)

• Manage full cycle of U.S. accounts payable and receivable, ensuring invoices are accurate, documented, and processed timely to maintain operational cash flow
• Oversee employee cash advances and expense reimbursements, reviewing submissions for completeness and accuracy in line with organizational policies and U.S. GAAP
• Perform monthly reconciliation of all corporate credit cards, verifying transactions and supporting documentation
• Execute semi-monthly U.S. payroll, managing salary deductions, benefits coordination, and compliance with state payroll taxes and filings
• Administer U.S. timesheet management system, ensuring accurate project code allocation and timely submissions for cost allocation and grant reporting

General Ledger & Month-End Close (30%)

• Ensure timely month-end close by preparing and reviewing journal entries, bank reconciliations, and balance sheet account analyses
• Support preparation of financial statements including statement of financial position and functional expenses to aid leadership decision-making
• Assist with accuracy and completeness of inter-entity accounts and fund transfers between U.S. and international offices

Audit, Budgeting & Internal Controls (15%)

• Compile and organize documentation for internal reviews and annual external audits, including preparation of PBC schedules
• Maintain and monitor internal control policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements and best practices
• Assist in annual and mid-year budgeting processes by providing historical data and trend analysis

Systems & Special Projects (10%)

• Support finance system administration and contribute to transitioning to improved applications for better data flow between accounting, planning, and grants management
• Identify and implement process improvements in accounting and documentation workflows

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience, including at least 2 years managing month-end close and payroll
• Nonprofit accounting experience is a plus

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with SAGE Intacct and Google Sheets preferred
• Experience with Insperity or similar payroll applications
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA candidate preferred
• Experience supporting international field offices or working across multiple time zones and cultures

Behavioral Competencies

• Effective and diplomatic communication skills with internal staff and external stakeholders (vendors, consultants, tax authorities)
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently under deadlines
• High level of professional integrity and trustworthiness handling sensitive financial and payroll data

Compensation & Location

• This is a remote position based in the U.S.
• Candidates may reside in California, Kansas, Nevada, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Texas, Washington, or Washington, D.C.
• Salary range: $80,000 - $105,000 USD, commensurate with experience and cost of living based on state of residence