Senior Specialist, Senior Accountant - Shared Financial Services

Overview

This role involves performing accounting functions for chapters that utilize Shared Financial Services (SFS) to ensure accurate and timely financial recording.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. No visa sponsorship is provided. Remote positions are open to applicants based anywhere in the continental U.S. Hybrid positions require candidates to be based in the Phoenix, Arizona area.

Responsibilities

• Support chapters with accounting functions to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Review and approve donation batches integrated into NetSuite from Salesforce.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Review trial balances for accuracy and completeness.
• Record and post journal entries for monthly financial activity.
• Prepare and analyze financial reporting packages, including monthly variance reports.
• Review, research, and analyze data; respond to inquiries from chapter staff.
• Assist with gathering information and documents for the annual audit process; prepare audit workbooks and serve as point of contact for assigned chapters.
• Assist with creating custom reports and queries in NetSuite, Salesforce, and Excel as requested.
• Build and maintain relationships with chapters.
• Lead the month-end close process, run meetings, and serve as the main point of contact for a portfolio of chapters.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide support and direction for Accountants and Support Team Staff.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in full-cycle accounting and/or financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, with demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Salesforce and NetSuite is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of nonprofit organizations is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of financial accounting principles (GAAP) and financial statement preparation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with audit planning processes and procedures.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and strong business ethics.
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize, and handle multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment.

Working Conditions

• Ability to thrive in a remote work environment.
• Some travel required.
• May require work outside traditional Monday–Friday hours.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $59,900 - $66,200 USD
• Comprehensive benefits package effective day one, including Medical, Vision, Dental, and Wellness programs.
• Competitive compensation with annual incentive potential.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) fully funded by the organization.
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Additional insurance plans available: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 5% match after one year of service.
• Eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Equipment provided to new hires: laptop, 24" monitor, and docking station/adaptor.

Time Off

• Up to 15 Paid Time Off (PTO) days.
• 10 Sick Days.
• 11 Paid Holidays.
• 2 Volunteer Days after one year of service.
• 2 Personal Days accrued annually.
• Parental Leave.

Additional Perks

• Employee awards and recognition programs.
• Individual and leadership development opportunities.
• Discounts on theme parks, events, hotels, concerts, and movie tickets.
• Monthly premiums paid for employee vision, dental, and short/long term disability insurance.