Senior Accountant

RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Process owner for a portfolio of general ledger accounts. Accrues, defers, reconciles, and analyzes transactions for these accounts. Preparation of supporting work papers for accounting entries.
• Ensures timely and accurate monthly close as part of an accounting team. Reviews reconciliations prepared by other accounting staff as part of monthly close peer-review process.
• Helps prepare financial statements. Analyzes financial statements trends and variance to identify missing or incorrect accounting entries and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Researches accounting standards and practices. Forms and communicates an opinion on proper accounting treatment of a transaction.
• Assists with fulfilling audit requests.
• Works with Senior Accounting Manager and Controller to identify, reconcile, and resolve accounting inaccuracies.
• Assists Finance and Grants Liaisons to understand accounting transactions. Makes accruals, deferrals, and reclasses as appropriate to present financials fairly and compliant with funder requirements.
• Ensures compliance with GAAP and applicable government regulations.
• Maintains accurate accounting records and prepares reports to upper management.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

• Working knowledge of GAAP and non-profit revenue recognition rules.
• At least 2-years of experience in an accounting or finance role, including month-end close experience.
• Ability to work accurately and independently.
• Experience with accounting software such as AccuFund or NetSuite and advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• An eye for detail along with excellent analytical skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Strong time-management skills.

 

 

COMPENSATION 

Salary $80,000 D.O.E 

 

Benefits include 15 paid holidays and 10 vacation days per year during first two years of employment and increases based on years of service thereafter, a 403(b) plan with employer match, medical, dental, vision, flex spending, and a range of professional development opportunities. Community Partners has a 9/80 work week option under which employees may elect to work 80 hours in 9 days and take every other Friday off (after completion of introductory period).

 

 

EXPERIENCE

A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience.