Ready to step into a senior-level accounting role where your expertise will directly support mission-driven work? This is an opportunity to take ownership of financial operations, strengthen compliance practices, and play a key role in the stewardship of nonprofit and grant-funded resources.
Senior Accountant
Location: Seattle, WA
Salary: $105,000-$130,000 DOE
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
- Serve as the senior accounting professional for a respected nonprofit organization.
- Take ownership of the full accounting cycle, including financial reporting, month-end close, audit preparation, and grant compliance.
- Partner closely with executive leadership and gain visibility with board-level financial reporting.
- Play an important role in managing federal, state, and private grant-funded programs.
- Influence financial systems, processes, and internal controls with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment that values accountability, equity, integrity, and professional growth.
- Enjoy the opportunity to work independently while partnering with colleagues across the organization.
- Contribute to meaningful work that supports stronger communities and long-term impact.
Key Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant:
- Lead day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records in accordance with nonprofit GAAP standards.
- Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
- Prepare financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reporting.
- Oversee accounting and compliance activities related to federal, state, and private grants.
- Coordinate annual financial audits, Single Audit activities, and regulatory filings.
- Review accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and banking activities while supporting strong internal controls.
Qualifications for the Senior Accountant:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a nonprofit environment.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, month-end close, and general ledger management.
- Experience supporting audits and grant accounting, preferably including federal grant compliance and Single Audit requirements.
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