Senior Accountant

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team. In this key role, you will play a vital part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong compliance (especially with grants and regulations), and sound financial stewardship. You will support organizational goals through expert accounting practices, process enhancements, and collaborative leadership—helping drive financial integrity and sustainability in a mission-driven environment.

• Financial Reporting & Analysis — Prepare accurate and timely income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other key financial reports; conduct variance analysis, support forecasting, and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Compliance & Audits — Support internal and external accounting and grant audits by preparing documentation, responding to auditor inquiries, and ensuring full compliance with GAAP, federal/state regulations, and grant-specific requirements.
• General Accounting Operations — Oversee and maintain the general ledger; provide hands‑on support for accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll processing, and tax filings to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Grant Accounting & Reporting — Manage grant financial tracking and compliance; prepare and submit precise financial reports, invoices, reimbursement requests, and drawdown documentation in accordance with funder guidelines and deadlines.
• Budgeting & Financial Planning — Contribute to annual budget development, monitor cash flow and budget‑to‑actual performance, and assist with long‑term financial planning and scenario analysis.
• Internal Controls & Risk Management — Help design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls to protect assets, prevent fraud, and reduce financial risks.
• Team Support & Leadership — Mentor and guide junior accounting staff; review entries, provide training on procedures, and foster a collaborative, high‑performing team environment.
• Process Improvement & Reconciliations — Lead complex reconciliations (bank, grants, intercompany, etc.); identify inefficiencies and drive continuous process improvements to enhance accuracy, speed, and scalability.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), financial regulations, and grant compliance requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Quick Books, Sage, or similar ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain complex financial information clearly to non‑finance stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, ethical conduct, and commitment to confidentiality.

• Education
  :
  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• Experience
  : 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with demonstrated expertise in advanced/general ledger accounting; prior supervisory or mentoring experience strongly preferred. Experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), nonprofit, or grant‑funded organization is highly desirable.
• Certifications
  : CPA certification preferred (or significant progress toward certification).
• Personal Attributes
  :
  Highly organized, self‑motivated, and able to thrive both independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.