Director of Accounting (Nonprofit)

Director of Accounting – Nonprofit Organization 

Location: Salt Lake City, UT (Onsite, full-time)
Compensation: $90,000 – $120,000 annually + benefits
Reports to: CEO

Overview

We’re seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join a mission-driven nonprofit organization with a $4M annual budget. This is a hands-on role responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, sound fiscal management, and compliance with nonprofit accounting standards. You’ll oversee grant reporting, budgets, audits, and tax filings while helping strengthen financial processes across the organization.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, forecasts, and cash projections.

• Lead the annual budget process, rolling forecasts, and variance analyses.

• Oversee audits, tax compliance (including 990s and 1099s), and adherence to GAAP and nonprofit standards.

• Manage grants and government funding reports.

• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Support contract review, banking, and financial strategy initiatives.

• Provide leadership on process improvements and serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• 5+ years of hands-on accounting experience, ideally with nonprofit or public sector exposure.

• Strong background in budgeting, planning, and financial reporting.

• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting/payroll systems (MIP, Paylocity, etc.).

• Experience with audits, grant budgets, and compliance processes.

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet strict deadlines.

• Collaborative, mission-driven mindset with the ability to communicate financial concepts clearly.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive pay ($90K–$120K DOE).

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and 401(k) with match.

• Paid time off and employee assistance programs.

• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in a mission-focused organization.

This is an onsite position in Salt Lake City, UT. Candidates must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate prior to starting.