Senior Accountant

Overview

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing key accounting functions such as month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger management while ensuring compliance with GAAP. This role involves preparing and analyzing financial statements, supporting audits and tax filings, and contributing to process improvements within the accounting department. The position supports an organization focused on assisting underprivileged students and families and offers a relaxed, hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and complete month-end closing procedures, including general ledger reconciliations and journal entries.
• Research and determine effective methods for handling complex accounting transactions.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, departmental income statements, and statements of cash flows.
• Analyze financial statements, including profit and loss variances against budget, and meet deadlines according to the month-end closing calendar.
• Maintain and oversee accounts within the ERP system for general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Coordinate meetings with corporate accounting leadership and financial analysts to communicate general ledger activity in relation to department budgets.
• Support the Controller and Corporate Accounting Manager with special projects and workflow process improvements.
• Assist the CFO and Controller with the annual external financial audit, state audit, and preparation of the organization’s tax return (Form 990).
• Research, develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies in accordance with GAAP.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong experience with general ledger accounting and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in month-end close processes and journal entry preparation.

Work Environment

This role operates primarily in a remote work environment with occasional on-site needs or meetings near a downtown location. The position offers a hybrid schedule supporting work–life balance. The accounting team uses an ERP system to manage general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, collaborating regularly with finance leadership and analysts in a professional and supportive environment.

Job Type & Location

• Contract to Hire
• Based in Jacksonville, FL
• Fully remote position

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $36.05 - $40.86 per hour

Potential benefits for eligible employees may 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 employees 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

Additional Information

• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
• Benefits are subject to change and specific plan terms.
• The position is anticipated to close on June 12, 2026.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and considers all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legal Notices

• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment for positions located in San Francisco.
• It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be used to support parts of the hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.