We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to support accurate, compliant financial operations for a mission-driven organization in Seattle, Washington. This role oversees core accounting activities, strengthens reporting quality, and helps ensure financial records align with nonprofit and grant-related standards. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to supporting internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
• Manage month-end accounting activities, including journal entry preparation, account analysis, and timely close of the general ledger.
• Prepare and review reconciliations for bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and key income statement activity to maintain reliable financial reporting.
• Support consolidated reporting by reconciling intercompany balances and confirming that statements reflect only external-facing financial activity.
• Assist with annual financial audits, tax reporting requirements such as Form 990, and reviews conducted by government agencies or funding sources.
• Apply nonprofit fund accounting principles in day-to-day work, including treatment of restricted funds, net asset activity, and related compliance obligations.
• Oversee credit card and employee expense processes, ensuring submissions, coding, and reimbursements are handled accurately and on schedule.
• Evaluate financial and operational data, identify unusual trends or discrepancies, and present findings through clear written summaries and reporting visuals.
• Serve as an accounting resource to program teams and finance support staff by offering guidance on policies, procedures, and financial best practices.
• Help maintain compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements, including standards tied to grants and Uniform Guidance.
• Build effective working relationships across departments and represent the finance function professionally with internal and external partners.
The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $87,000.
Benefits:
M/D/V
Life and Disability insurance
401k with match
3 weeks PTO
13 paid holidays
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.