Senior Accountant

Overview

Senior Accountant (Confidential Nonprofit Organization)
• Salary: $70–$85k
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Location:

Needham, MA

This is a high-impact Senior Accountant role within a mission-driven nonprofit organization. The position is highly visible, partnering closely with the Finance Manager and CFO, and plays a critical role in restoring balance to the finance team after a recent separation. The organization offers a collaborative culture, modern systems, and long-term growth potential including succession planning into leadership. Initial on-site onboarding transitions to a hybrid schedule after the first four months.

• Own core aspects of month-end close including reconciliations, journal entries, payroll entries, and variance analysis
• Manage nonprofit and grant accounting, ensuring accuracy and compliance for restricted funds
• Prepare detailed financial reporting and perform investigative accounting to support audits and leadership requests
• Support ERP system enhancements and accounting process improvements
• Collaborate closely with the Finance Manager, CFO, and staff accountants to maintain a balanced and high-performing finance function

• Proven nonprofit accounting experience with grant or fund accounting exposure
• Strong month-end close experience in a multi-entity or complex environment
• Advanced Excel skills required
• ERP experience preferred (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central a plus)
• Detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to grow within a mission-focused organization