Senior Accountant

The Massachusetts Service Alliance (MSA), established in 1991, champions service and volunteerism across our state.  As a nonprofit state service commission, we're committed to enriching community involvement and strengthening the social fabric of Massachusetts.  Discover more about our mission and impact at www.mass-service.org.

Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant manages the day-to-day accounting functions for MSA, including in the areas of recording and reconciling transactions, management of month-end close activities, accounts payable and receivable, payroll and benefits administration, and support of an annual audit.  In addition, this role provides support to federal grants management activities, such as participating in fiscal monitoring of AmeriCorps subrecipients, reviewing documentation submitted by subrecipients, and performing allocations in compliance with federal regulations.  This is a unique opportunity for a talented accounting professional to bring their skills to a mission-driven organization making a real difference across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  The Senior Accountant plays a vital role in ensuring the financial integrity and sustainability of the organization.

Internal Accounting Management – Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions.  Maintain the general ledger, reconcile accounts, and ensure adherence to nonprofit accounting standards and internal controls.  Lead the month-end close processes, including making journal entries.  This role has autonomy to develop processes and systems to complete these activities at your discretion, in alignment with MSA’s established internal controls and fiscal policies.

Accounts Payable & Receivable – Manage vendor and customer accounts, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and deposits.  Maintain accurate aging schedules and support cash flow management through diligent monitoring of payables and receivables.

Payroll & Benefits Administration – Process semi-monthly payroll and administer employee benefits in coordination with Human Resources (HR).  Submit accurate tax filings and reports, and perform timely benefit reconciliations.  This role provides a support function to other staff who hold HR responsibilities; in particular, you will be responsible for managing enrollments, terminations, and any employee adjustments to their benefits selections; reviewing and reconciling invoices, including reconciling balance sheet accounts related to payroll liabilities.  Others at MSA are responsible for training and communication related to benefits offerings.  Experience with Massachusetts employer tax requirements is a plus.

Annual Audit Support – Prepare schedules, supporting documentation, and reconciliations for the annual financial audit.  Collaborate with external auditors to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process and timely completion of financial statements and Form 990.  Audit preparation will be highly collaborative with the Controller.

AmeriCorps Fiscal Compliance Support – Support fiscal compliance and reporting for AmeriCorps grants, ensuring expenditures align with grant budgets and federal guidelines.  Maintain thorough documentation and assist with financial monitoring and reporting requirements.  Although helpful, this role does not require prior experience with managing federal grants and offers the opportunity for professional development in this area.

Summary of Essential Functions

Application Process: Interested in making a significant impact? Apply now through our online application form at MSA Application Form. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to those who apply by December 12, 2025.

Massachusetts Service Alliance is committed to hiring practices that support the values of a diverse workplace and reflect the composition of the Massachusetts communities it serves.  MSA is an equal opportunity employer.  MSA does not discriminate against any employees or job applicants on the basis of any legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  MSA is dedicated to ensuring an accessible and inclusive workplace; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for interviews. To request a reasonable accommodation for the interview, please contact Lindsay Rooney at lrooney@mass-service.org. 

 

Massachusetts Service Alliance participates in E-Verify.  All newly-hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify their identity and employment eligibility.

 

Massachusetts Service Alliance is a proud Employer of National Service.  Individuals with service experience, such as Commonwealth Corps and AmeriCorps alumni, are highly encouraged to apply.

 

For more information about the Massachusetts Service Alliance, please visit www.mass-service.org.