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Position Summary:

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing and overseeing the financial operations of the organization, with a focus on payroll, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR). The ideal candidate will have extensive experience and a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices. This is a 6 month contract to hire and is fully remote EST or CST hours.

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.
• Payroll Management: Oversee the payroll process, ensuring timely and accurate payroll disbursements, compliance with relevant regulations, and proper documentation.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Manage AP/AR functions, including processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely collection of receivables and payment of liabilities.
• Budgeting: Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets, providing variance analysis and financial forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Grant Accounting: Monitor and report on restricted funds and grant expenditures to ensure compliance with donor requirements and grant agreements.
• Audit Support: Coordinate and prepare documentation for annual audits, ensuring timely completion and compliance with audit requirements.
• Internal Controls: Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• General Ledger: Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and properly classified.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational policies and procedures.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the finance function.