Senior Accountant

FlexProfessionals (FlexProfessionals)

Job Description

An operations and consulting firm providing outsourced finance operations support for nonprofit organizations is seeking a skilled Senior Accountant to join their team. Flexible work environment, growth opportunities, and great culture. 

Company: Since 2014, the firm has provided smaller non-profits, support in all aspects of operations - bookkeeping, administration, HR, and payroll.

Hours/Schedule: 20-25 hours/week, with a flexible schedule within standard business hours.

Job Type: Contract

Location Requirements: Onsite in Salem, MA with opportunities for work from home days. New modern office.

Rate: $40/hr to $50/hr depending on experience

Job Description: Reporting directly to the President and CEO the Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing nonprofit client accounts, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing financial insights to support client fiscal health and sustainability.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage nonprofit client accounting activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation
  • Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
  • Utilize QuickBooks Online and other accounting software to maintain accurate financial records
  • Implement cash management strategies to optimize liquidity and maximize returns
  • Prepare and analyze budgets, financial reports, and forecasts
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and governmental accounting regulations
  • Collaborate with internal teams to support strategic initiatives
  • Assist in the development of internal controls and policies

Qualifications:

  • A successful candidate must have a positive attitude, enjoy a fast-paced environment, be highly organized without losing sight of larger objectives, and be committed to justice and equality for all; organization serves organizations with a progressive social mission
  • Exceedingly close attention to detail, have excellent judgment, and be able to work in a changing environment
  • Solid understanding of US GAAP
  • 2-5 years demonstrated experience with posting directly to general ledger, or formal financial education with fewer years of experience welcome
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and networking skills with teams, as well as with individuals
  • Proficiency with QuickBooks a plus
  • Ability to maintain a high level of poise and professionalism in all circumstances.
  • Fluency in English is required; the ability to speak/read/write/translate in one or more
    languages other than English is a plus

FlexProfessionals respects and seeks to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences of its candidate network. FlexProfessionals does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. The candidates whose resumes are shared with our business clients are selected on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.