Senior Accountant

Alternative Family Services • Santa Rosa, CA • Full Time

Posted on Tue, Jun 9, 2026

Senior Accountant - Santa Rosa, CA Alternative Family Services is looking for a Senior Staff Accountant to join our dynamic team! This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team and use your accounting skills to make an impact on the lives of vulnerable children and youth in the community. The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing agency wide payroll, the financial administration of government contracts, which includes compiling and auditing transactions, analyzing and reporting complex financial information. This position also assists in the month end process, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and assisting with organization financial reports and analysis. Ready to make a positive change in the lives of youth in your community? Apply today! This position is based in Sonoma County, CA and work is performed on-site at the Santa Rosa, CA office.*
About Alternative Family Services
Alternative Family Services is a Foster Family, Adoption and Mental Health Agency that has been serving abused and neglected children in our community since 1973. Our mission is to support vulnerable children and families in need of stability, safety, and well-being in communities. We provide a wide range of foster, adoption, mental health and transition-aged youth services in English and Spanish. We have eight locations throughout the Bay Area and 200 employees. We celebrate diversity, equal opportunity, and excellence. Responsibilities

Responsible for oversight of agency payroll
Prepare monthly accounting for multiple contracts, with special focus on Medi-Cal funded programs
Analyze and ensure costs are accurately charged to each program
Investigate and resolve data inconsistencies
Complete monthly journal entries
Reconcile petty cash and other balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis
Supervise Accounting Assistant
Actively support year-end financial audit process
Manage 403(b) and Worker’s Compensation annual audits

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required
3+ years of increasing responsibilities in accounting/finance, with financial reporting experience
Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Non-Profit experienced is highly desirable
Proficient with Excel (intermediate level or higher)
Knowledge of Abila/Sage MIP is a plus
Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills as well as high level of accuracy
High integrity and strong work ethic
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Valid California driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and auto insurance

We Offer

A professional, supportive and culturally diverse work environment
Salary range: $33-$40/hour
Potential for a hybrid work schedule*
IRS standard mileage reimbursement
Benefits package which includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Chiropractic & Acupuncture
- Flex-spending options
- Life and disability insurance
- 403(b) option
- Pet Insurance
Over 8 weeks time off annually! (11 vacation days the first year – accruals starting on your 1st day and progress up to 20 days a year! 12 paid holidays including your birthday off & 12 sick days annually!)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of Ancestry, Age, Color, Disability, Genetic Information, Gender, Gender Identity, Gender expression, Marital status, Medical condition, Military or veteran status, National origin, Race, Religion, Sex and Sexual orientation.

View the interactive listing →