Sr. Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a non-profit organization in Bethesda, Maryland in a fully remote, contract-to-permanent position. This role is suited for a hands-on accounting specialist who can manage core financial activities, provide thoughtful analysis, and help strengthen day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate clearly across teams while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities:

- Lead the maintenance of the general ledger and ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and current.

- Direct daily accounting activities across key functions, including payables, receivables, and payroll-related reconciliation work.

- Prepare monthly financial reports and supporting schedules to help leadership evaluate organizational performance.

- Review payroll information for accuracy after entry and resolve discrepancies before final processing.

- Develop and assess budgets, monitor variances, and contribute to financial forecasting and planning efforts.

- Perform cash flow evaluations to support operating decisions and promote effective use of funds.

- Administer grant-related accounting activities, including tracking, reporting, and compliance oversight.

- Help ensure accounting practices align with organizational policies and applicable financial requirements.

- Handle journal entries, account reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and other month-end close responsibilities as needed.

- Take ownership of special projects and ad hoc financial assignments in support of the broader finance team. Requirements - Prior experience in a senior-level accounting role with responsibility for month-end close and general ledger oversight.

- Strong working knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.

- Background in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis within a finance environment that requires strong attention to detail.

- Experience supporting grant accounting, ideally in a non-profit or similarly regulated setting.

- Proficiency with Quick Books Online, , and Excel.

- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a remote work environment.

- Strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and a proactive approach to managing processes.

- Ability to work independently, think strategically, and take full ownership of assigned accounting functions.

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