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Senior Accountant

CFS

Hybrid, New York

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90,000–$95,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Budget Management, Communication Skills, Contract Review, Credit Cards, Detail Oriented, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Grant Administration/Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Nonprofit, Operational Support, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Regulatory Compliance, Retirement Plan, Revenue Recognition, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Hybrid, New York
POSTED
1 day ago


Senior Accountant (Nonprofit)


Hybrid | New York, NY | $90,000–$95,000


Why You’ll Love This Role



  • Hybrid schedule – in office Tuesday–Thursday

  • Competitive salary of $90K–$95K (base)

  • Generous time off – vacation, sick, personal days, paid holidays

  • 403(b) retirement plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 6%

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

  • Summer early‑close Fridays and flexible, people‑first culture

  • Career growth potential within a stable nonprofit organization

  • Opportunity to make a mission‑driven impact in a respected organization



About the Role


A well‑established nonprofit organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations, financial reporting, and grants management. Reporting to the Controller, this position plays a critical role in maintaining GAAP compliance, strengthening internal controls, and supporting audits and leadership decision‑making.



Key Responsibilities of Senior Accountant:



  • Maintain the general ledger and perform monthly account reconciliations

  • Ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP

  • Oversee and reconcile payment and donor subsystems (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, credit cards)

  • Review contracts, grants, and donor agreements for proper revenue recognition

  • Manage grant budgeting, tracking, and financial reporting

  • Monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable aging

  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

  • Support year‑end audits, compliance audits, and Form 990 preparation

  • Identify and recommend process improvements and internal control enhancements

  • Participate in special projects such as systems implementations and reporting initiatives



Qualifications of Senior Accountant:



  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

  • 5+ years of accounting experience

  • Nonprofit accounting experience

  • Strong knowledge of GAAP

  • Experience with accounting systems; Intacct highly preferred

  • Advanced Excel skills

  • Detail‑oriented, proactive, and deadline‑driven

  • Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset



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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/

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