Lead Accountant

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 per year

Senior Staff Accountant

Location:

Mesa, AZ

Industry: Mission‑Driven / Nonprofit Organization

Employment Type:

Full‑Time | On‑site

Our client is a well‑established, mission‑driven organization serving the greater Phoenix area. They support diverse programs funded through a combination of government contracts, grants, donations, and program revenue. The finance team plays a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and transparency across the organization’s operations.

The Senior Staff Accountant is a key contributor within the Accounting & Finance team, responsible for overseeing daily accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial activities.

• Oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations across AP, AR, and Staff Accountant functions
• Review invoices, payments, deposits, allocations, journal entries, and reconciliations for accuracy and compliance
• Maintain integrity of the general ledger and support month‑end and year‑end close processes
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation

• Assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Prepare supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
• Support restricted and unrestricted fund accounting, including grants and deferred revenue
• Assist with financial reports related to contracts, grants, and funding sources

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, documentation, and controls
• Support implementation and optimization of accounting systems and automation tools
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation

• Partner with Program, HR, Operations, and Development teams to ensure accurate coding and timely processing
• Provide technical guidance and day‑to‑day support to accounting staff
• Promote consistency, quality, and a collaborative team environment

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)

Experience

• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Hands‑on experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month‑end close
• Experience with AP and AR functions
• Exposure to nonprofit, fund accounting, grants, or multi‑fund environments preferred
• Experience supporting GAAP financial reporting
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Experience reviewing or supporting the work of other accounting staff preferred

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Life, AD&D, and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness and employee support programs
• Supportive, professional team environment

Leading Non Profit with growth opportunities

Compassion, impactful mission for communities throughout Arizona