Client Accounting Services Senior – Nonprofit Practice

Client Accounting Services Senior – Nonprofit Practice

Grassi is a leading provider of advisory, tax, and accounting services across key sectors including construction, architecture and engineering, not-for-profit, healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, real estate, and more. With over 550 employees and eleven offices spanning the New York Metropolitan Area, Long Island, the Northeast, Florida, New England, Denver, and an international presence in Italy, we are strategically positioned to serve clients locally and globally.

We are currently seeking a Client Accounting Services Senior – Nonprofit Practice to join our team in one of the following office locations:
Jericho, NY;
New York, NY;
White Plains, NY. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing firm.

The Client Accounting Services Senior provides nonprofit clients with various accounting and advisory duties requiring evaluation, ingenuity, and accuracy on a timely basis. Working closely with a diverse portfolio of not-for-profit organizations, our professionals deliver outsourced accounting, fund accounting, and financial reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and FASB ASC 958. This role supports the monthly close, audit readiness, and Form 990 preparation, and offers meaningful exposure to mission‑driven organizations across the sector.

• Perform core accounting functions for nonprofit clients, including maintaining the general ledger, preparing and posting journal entries, and supporting the monthly close process
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances, including tracking donor‑restricted and board‑designated net assets
• Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly nonprofit financial statements in accordance with FASB ASC 958, including work papers and supporting schedules
• Perform bank, credit card, investment, and other account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data
• Prepare and maintain functional expense allocations across program, management and general, and fundraising categories
• Prepare budget‑to‑actual reporting, variance analysis, and management reporting packages for client leadership and boards
• Assist with audit readiness, including preparing work papers and prepared‑by‑client (PBC) schedules and responding to external auditor requests
• Support the preparation and review of supporting data for Form 990 and related filings, coordinating with tax preparers as needed
• Monitor grant and funder compliance requirements and ensure timely completion of assigned deliverables and compliance‑related filings
• Ensure adherence to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and nonprofit accounting standards, as well as firm and client policies and procedures
• Communicate with clients to address routine requests and provide updates on deliverables
• Review the work of associates and offshore support staff, and collaborate with senior team members on special projects as needed

• Minimum of at least 3+ years of relevant accounting experience, with nonprofit or public accounting experience preferred
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards (FASB ASC 958), including net asset classification and functional expense reporting; familiarity with Form 990, Uniform Guidance, or single audit requirements a plus
• CPA and/or in process of obtaining CPA preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, initiative, and leadership skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel) and accounting software such as Quick Books Online, Sage Intacct, and Fund EZ desired
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment
• Ability to work in team environment and to work additional hours as needed
• Maintains a high level of professionalism and consistently demonstrates respect for others

Competitive base compensation with eligibility for a raise and bonus each June or December based on performance metrics and level.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, employer contribution to life insurance, 401(k) plan, ESOP, and…