Virtual
Senior Staff Accountant
Virtual, Cromwell, Connecticut, us, 06416
Senior Staff Accountant
About Us:
Our client is a statewide community-based human services agency dedicated to partnering with individuals and their families to improve lives through essential resources and support. Their focus areas include addressing homelessness, mental illness, substance use, and community justice rehabilitation. As a key player in their organization, the Senior Staff Accountant will help ensure financial integrity and support our mission of transforming lives and building stronger communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
Prepare and review comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports. Ensure accuracy and compliance with non-profit accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
General Ledger Management:
Oversee and maintain the general ledger by recording and reconciling journal entries, managing account balances, and ensuring accurate financial records.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
Assist in the development, monitoring, and analysis of annual budgets. Provide variance analysis and support financial forecasting to guide organizational planning.
Grants Management:
Track, manage, and report on grant funds, ensuring compliance with grant agreements. Prepare financial reports and documentation for funders and grantors.
Audit Support:
Facilitate internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation, responding to audit inquiries, and addressing any findings or recommendations.
Accounts Payable and Receivable:
Supervise the accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and receipts.
Cash Management:
Monitor cash flow, perform bank reconciliations, and manage cash forecasts to maintain adequate liquidity for organizational needs.
Policy and Procedure Development:
Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls and improve financial processes.
Team Leadership:
Lead, mentor, and support junior accounting staff, fostering professional development and ensuring effective team performance.
Minimum Requirements:
Experience:
4+ years of accounting experience, with a focus on non-profit financial management. Experience with fund accounting, grants management, and compliance is highly desirable.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or similar certification preferred.
Skills:
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Strong understanding of non-profit accounting principles and regulations.
Attention to Detail:
Exceptional analytical skills with a meticulous approach to financial reporting and record-keeping.
Communication:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams, donors, and auditors.
Why Join Us?
You will be part of a compassionate and dedicated team working towards meaningful social impact. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.
Apply Today!
If you are a skilled accounting professional with a passion for non-profit work and a commitment to financial integrity, we encourage you to apply.
About Us:
Our client is a statewide community-based human services agency dedicated to partnering with individuals and their families to improve lives through essential resources and support. Their focus areas include addressing homelessness, mental illness, substance use, and community justice rehabilitation. As a key player in their organization, the Senior Staff Accountant will help ensure financial integrity and support our mission of transforming lives and building stronger communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
Prepare and review comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports. Ensure accuracy and compliance with non-profit accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
General Ledger Management:
Oversee and maintain the general ledger by recording and reconciling journal entries, managing account balances, and ensuring accurate financial records.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
Assist in the development, monitoring, and analysis of annual budgets. Provide variance analysis and support financial forecasting to guide organizational planning.
Grants Management:
Track, manage, and report on grant funds, ensuring compliance with grant agreements. Prepare financial reports and documentation for funders and grantors.
Audit Support:
Facilitate internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation, responding to audit inquiries, and addressing any findings or recommendations.
Accounts Payable and Receivable:
Supervise the accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and receipts.
Cash Management:
Monitor cash flow, perform bank reconciliations, and manage cash forecasts to maintain adequate liquidity for organizational needs.
Policy and Procedure Development:
Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls and improve financial processes.
Team Leadership:
Lead, mentor, and support junior accounting staff, fostering professional development and ensuring effective team performance.
Minimum Requirements:
Experience:
4+ years of accounting experience, with a focus on non-profit financial management. Experience with fund accounting, grants management, and compliance is highly desirable.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or similar certification preferred.
Skills:
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Strong understanding of non-profit accounting principles and regulations.
Attention to Detail:
Exceptional analytical skills with a meticulous approach to financial reporting and record-keeping.
Communication:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams, donors, and auditors.
Why Join Us?
You will be part of a compassionate and dedicated team working towards meaningful social impact. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.
Apply Today!
If you are a skilled accounting professional with a passion for non-profit work and a commitment to financial integrity, we encourage you to apply.