Senior Accountant (Treasury)

Overview

This role is for a Specialist III, Accounting (Treasury) or Senior Accountant, Treasury. It is suited for an individual with strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of accounting principles. The position involves processing financial transactions, preparing accounting entries, performing account reconciliations, and analyzing financial reports. Collaboration on monthly, quarterly, and fiscal year-end close processes is essential.

This is a remote-first position with occasional on-site work required at the office in Herndon, VA. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to travel to the office as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly schedules and accounting entries to ensure timely and accurate monthly close.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly account reconciliations.
• Assist with short-term cash flow forecasts.
• Monitor daily cash balances and cash position reports.
• Initiate wire transfers and ACH payments.
• Provide reporting on liquidity, investments, and debt, including debt service schedules.
• Assist with annual and interim audit requests.
• Support tracking of fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and amortization accounts.
• Support payroll processing.
• Prepare grant cash, staff allocation, and revenue entries.
• Prepare monthly deferred revenue reconciliations.
• Assist with preparation of assigned schedules for the annual 990 Tax Return.
• Assist with implementation and analysis of new and existing accounting guidance.
• Build trust with internal and external stakeholders through consistent and reliable communication.
• Demonstrate openness to new perspectives and ideas.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience.
• At least 6 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including general ledger management, financial reporting, GAAP compliance, month-end close, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Strong analytical skills with experience preparing data analyses and reports.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Familiarity with grant regulations, policies, and procedures applicable to federal and foundation funding.
• Understanding of regulations and procedures applicable to not-for-profit organizations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong conflict resolution, time management, attention to detail, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Must live within a commutable distance to Herndon, VA or in approved states for hiring.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States full-time without sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification (active status) or CPA candidate.
• Experience with Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems.

Physical Demands

• Use of a computer for 8 or more hours daily.
• Use of telephone and office equipment.
• Frequent sitting for 7 or more hours per day.
• Occasional use of hands and fingers for operation and handling.
• Vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to travel by car, train, or plane as needed.
• Ability to work after hours when required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $80,000 to $90,000 (good faith estimate, not a guarantee).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and qualified dependents.
• Life and disability insurance benefits.
• Health care, dependent care, and limited purpose flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings account with annual employer contributions ($300 for employees, $600 for employees with spouse/dependents).
• Voluntary supplemental health plans including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and infertility coverage.
• Generous 401(k) matching program with options for pre-tax, Roth, and catch-up contributions.
• Paid leave including vacation, sick, personal time, holidays, parental leave (up to 3 weeks), and military leave (up to 5 days).
• Vacation accrual based on length of service; new hires may accrue up to 13 vacation days and 10 sick days annually.
• Option to use accrued sick time as personal time.
• At least 15 paid holidays annually, including year-end close between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Reimbursement options for wholesale and roadside assistance memberships.
• Employee Education Assistance Program for qualified education expense reimbursement.
• Access to enterprise-wide LinkedIn Learning subscription.
• Mental health benefits including up to eight free therapy sessions for employees and family members.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program service credit.

Location

Remote-first with occasional on-site work required in Herndon, Virginia. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to travel to the office as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.