Senior Accountant – Grant & Reconciliation Focus

Role Overview

A mission-driven organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations with a focus on account reconciliations, grant accounting, and financial accuracy. This role will play a key part in month-end close, maintaining the integrity of financial data, and ensuring compliance with grant and donor requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, systems-savvy, and experienced working in fast-paced environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex account reconciliations, including bank, balance sheet, and sub-ledger accounts
• Lead and support month-end and year-end close processes
• Manage and track grant-related financial activity, ensuring compliance with funding requirements
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and program teams
• Maintain and improve accounting processes and internal controls
• Utilize Sage Intacct for general ledger, reporting, and financial management

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
• 4+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit or grant-funded environment
• Strong account reconciliation and month-end close experience
• Hands-on experience with grant accounting and compliance
• Proficiency with Sage Intacct (required)
• Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with federal or donor-funded grants (e.g., government, foundation funding)
• CPA or CPA-track is a plus
• Experience improving processes or implementing accounting systems

Team & Culture

• Reports to Accounting Manager/Controller
• Collaborative and mission-driven team environment
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and financial strategy
• Supportive leadership with strong emphasis on growth and development

Hiring Process

• Interview: Virtual interview with hiring manager and team
• Additional Steps: Potential second round or technical discussion

Why choose Addison Finance & Accounting?

• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Finance & Accounting job openings lead to potential permanent employment
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation