Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant - Ridgeley, MD

• CFS is partnering with a non profit organization to find a Senior Accountant to join their team on a contract to hire basis.
• This position can become permanent for the right candidate after contract period depending on performance and fit within the organization.
• Schedule:
  
  Core hours: 8am-4pm M-F, 40 hours per week. Ideal candidate must be willing to work on site 3-5 days per week in Ridgely, MD.
• Flexible start time and free parking provided.
• Reports to the CFO.
• Salary: $60,000-$65,000.

• Ensure the accuracy of financial records by preparing journal entries and performing reconciliations.
• Produce monthly financial reports for all divisions and related entities within the organization.
• Assist with state, federal, and internal audits by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and ensuring audit readiness.
• Reconcile revenue and cash activity from multiple funding streams, including government programs, education services, and donor management systems.
• Ensure benefits, program costs, and other expenses are properly allocated across departments and service areas.
• Maintain internal control documentation, accounting procedures, and policy guidelines.
• Prepare intercompany billing, support government billing processes, and contribute to ongoing improvements within the finance function.
• Support payroll reconciliation processes and provide backup coverage for various finance team responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related preferred.
• 2+ years' accounting experience required. Audit experience highly preferred.
• Experience handling accounting for a non profit organization a big plus.
• Experience with DDA and/or MSDE highly beneficial but not required.
• Experience using Sage 100 and/or Blackbaud Raiser's Edge a plus, but not required.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Organized, detail oriented, strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.