Senior Accountant

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The Road Home was founded in 1923 and has been a leader in ending homelessness for over 100 years. We provide emergency shelters, supportive services, and housing‑focused rental assistance that helps individuals and families step out of homelessness and back into the community. We are seeking compassionate and empathetic individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of others and their communities.

The Road Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Senior Accountant manages core accounting functions within the Finance & Accounting department, including general ledger activities, complex journal entries, reconciliations, and month‑end and year‑end close processes. This role works closely with the Controller to prepare accurate financial statements, ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards, and maintain strong internal controls. The Senior Accountant plays a key role in restricted‑fund and grant accounting, audit preparation, and cross‑departmental financial coordination, while providing guidance and support to accounting staff in a mission‑driven nonprofit environment.

* Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.*

* This is an in‑person position. Following the first six months of employment, F&A staff are permitted to work from home up to two days per week, but are otherwise expected to be in office at the HQ site (1415 S. Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84115).*

Location: Headquarters 1415 S Main Street, Salt Lake City, Utah 84115

Reports to: Controller

Position Status: Full‑Time

Shift: Monday–Friday, 40 Hours

Pay Grade and Starting Rate: Grade 12 / $67,135.00 Yearly

FLSA Status: Exempt

• Maintain ownership of core general ledger functions, including complex journal entries, account analysis, and month‑end and year‑end close activities.
• Support the Controller in preparing accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
• Perform and review monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies in accordance with internal controls.
• Record and review revenue and expense transactions, including restricted contributions, in‑kind donations, and complex or non‑routine transactions.
• Manage accounting for assets and liabilities, including fixed assets, depreciation, prepaid expenses, leases, loans, and other contractual obligations.
• Review and substantiate payroll‑ and personnel‑related accounting entries, including benefit allocations, accruals, and PTO liabilities.
• Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of restricted funds, grants, and private contributions in compliance with donor, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Development, Programs, Facilities, and Human Resources to reconcile financial data and ensure accurate cross‑departmental reporting.
• Prepare and review supporting schedules and documentation for audits, grant reporting, and other regulatory or compliance reviews.
• Assist with annual audit preparation by responding to auditor inquiries and ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and well organized.
• Review accounts payable and accounts receivable balances and reports, identifying trends, risks, or discrepancies and recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Support the Controller with agency‑wide financial reporting, variance analysis, and ad hoc financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and agency financial policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls, and recommend improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

• Demonstrate trauma‑informed principles in all professional interactions, including clear communication, respect, and emotional awareness.
• Provide guidance, knowledge‑sharing, and technical support to accounting team members as appropriate, fostering consistency…