Senior Accountant

The QTI Group is pleased to partner with a local nonprofit to find a Senior Accountant who will manage financial operations such as preparing financial reports, executing day-to-day accounting, and maintaining compliance with nonprofit requirements. The ideal candidate will have the confidence and experience to work independently, skills in translating financial information to non-specialists, and comfort learning new platforms. This is a part time (25 hrs/week) temporary position anticipated to last several months, with the possibility of converting to a permanent position for the right candidate.

Pay rate: $35-$40/hr

Location: Onsite in downtown Madison, free parking available.

Schedule: 25 hours / wk, performed during regular business hours.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, analyze, and present accurate and timely monthly financial reports and variance reports.
• Execute day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable and maintenance of the general ledger.
• Manage and maintain required documentation for vendors and contractors.
• Maintain compliance with all required tax reporting, ensuring continuation of tax-exempt status.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of data to payroll system.
• Provide and explain financial data for volunteer finance team.

Qualifications:

• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business.
• Preferred: CPA or similar advanced certification.
• 4+ years of accounting experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience working in at least one accounting platform and one payroll platform.
• Ability to write and speak effectively about financial information with non-specialists.
• Successful completion of a background check and credit check required before starting the position.