Senior Accountant

Job Title:

Staff Accountant II Position:
Full Time
FLSA:
Exempt

Location:

Onsite, New Castle, PA

Reports To:

Director of Finance

We are seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Senior Accountant to join our finance team. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the integrity of our financial operations, ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, experience in nonprofit financial management, and a collaborative mindset.

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit-specific accounting standards (including fund accounting)
• Support the annual audit and 990 process and liaise with external auditors
• Monitor and report on grant funding, including compliance and reporting requirements
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Oversee restricted and unrestricted fund tracking
• Improve and document accounting processes and internal controls
• Collaborate cross-functionally with program and development teams

• Bachelor degree in accounting
• 2 to 4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting practices (FASB ASC 958)
• Experience with fund accounting and grant reporting
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT, Sage, or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision)
• Retirement plan with employer contribution 4%
• Generous paid time off and 13 holidays
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful, mission-driven work