Senior Accountant

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger & Financial Reporting

• Conduct detailed analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and adherence to GAAP and internal controls.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations to support timely financial reporting.
• Execute monthly bank reconciliations and promptly resolve any discrepancies to maintain financial integrity.
• Oversee recurring journal entries and manage month-end close activities within the accounting system.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, variance analyses, and supporting schedules to assist leadership in decision-making.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports in accordance with GAAP and non-profit accounting standards.

Contribution, Revenue & Fund Accounting

• Record and reconcile unrestricted and restricted contribution revenue — including individual donations, foundation grants, government awards, and corporate sponsorships — in accordance with ASC 958.
• Record earned revenue from tuition, touring fees, and other program-related sources, ensuring proper classification and timely recognition in the general ledger.
• Collaborate with the Advancement and Education Departments to ensure contribution and earned revenue transactions are accurately captured and reconciled on a monthly basis.

• Maintain detailed records of unrestricted and restricted fund activity, ensuring proper revenue recognition and expense allocation.
• Prepare and maintain a donor-restricted schedule tracking all restricted contributions, applicable conditions, and the timely release of restrictions to unrestricted net assets upon fulfillment of donor requirements.
• Coordinate with the Development department to reconcile pledges, contributions, and grant drawdowns.

Compliance, Audit & Internal Controls

• Maintain well-organized records of journal entries, bank statements, and supporting documentation for audit readiness.
• Support the annual external audit and Form 990 preparation by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Assist in identifying control gaps and recommending enhancements to internal control policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to non-profit entities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Collaborate cross-functionally with accounting and operational teams to ensure data consistency and quality across systems.
• Spearhead initiatives to clear backlogs of accounting tasks, improving workflow efficiency, and restoring timely financial operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline month-end close, reporting cycles, and documentation workflows.
• Provide training and guidance to junior accounting staff as needed.
• Support special projects, ad hoc financial analyses, and system implementations as assigned by the Controller or CFO.