Job Title: Senior Staff Accountant
Reports to: Director of Finance
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: $72,900-$95,500
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Independent Sector (IS) is the only national membership organization that brings together a diverse community of
changemakers, nonprofits, foundations, and corporations working to strengthen civil society and ensure all people in the United States thrive. We envision a world of engaged individuals, robust institutions, and vibrant communities working together to improve lives and strengthen democratic societies.
The Senior Staff Accountant plays a crucial role in the financial management and reporting for the Independent Sector (IS). The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for managing and overseeing various financial activities,
ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. This position involves handling complex accounting tasks, preparing financial reports, and collaborating with other departments to support overall financial goals.
The Senior Staff Accountant will be responsible for managing and processing payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end closing processes. The Senior Staff Accountant will also handle account reconciliations,
prepare financial reports and provide support to the Director of Finance in monitoring and managing budgets, forecasting, and grant compliance.
WHY CHOOSE US
1. Competitive salary package that reflects your skills, experience, and contributions.
2. Comprehensive benefits: (100% employer covered for self) to include coverage for health, dental, vision,
life, disability insurance and additional coverage for dependents.
3. Retirement Contribution: We will match up to 7.5% of your 403(b)-retirement savings.
4. Leave Options: Unlimited time off, paid time off (PTO), 14 holidays, parental leave, and DC FMLA
5. Work life balance: Flexible hours core hours with a hybrid work schedule (3 days of telework), access to
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
6. Professional Development: A yearly stipend for continuous learning and professional development.
7. Company Events and Social Activities: Participate in companywide events, team building activities and
social gatherings.
8. Inclusive and Collaborative Culture: Be a part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your unique
perspectives and contributions are valued.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
1. Bookkeeping: Lead the bookkeeping and accounting needs of IS including Accounts Payables, Accounts
Receivables, Cash Receipts, Grants management and payroll.
• Reviews and records daily banking activity to ensure accurate recognition and allocation of
receipts for all entities to include receiving, identifying and depositing checks as needed
• Conducts monthly bank and credit card reconciliation.
• Reviews and records vendor invoices and employee reimbursements for accuracy and account
coding into the financial systems.
• Manages the processing of the 1099 and other tax filings needed.
• Develops and maintains documentation in support of business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls as the practice grows.
• Provide input and assist in the overall development of the annual financial operations plan.
2. Accounting Cycle Management (Monthly):
• Prepares all month-end journal entries to the general ledger and manages the month-end closing process.
• Prepares account reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts; reconciles with source
documents/transactions to ensure accuracy. Resolves any discrepancies that may arise.
• Prepares and maintains fixed asset and depreciation schedules.
• Reconciles investment portfolio and prepares journal entries to record investment activity for all
managed funds to properly report investment funds.
• Reconciles all bank accounts and prepares journal entries to record bank fees
• Maintains the chart of accounts. Assists in the design, revision and maintenance of the accounting system and procedures.
• Prepares necessary schedules and information in preparation of the annual audits as well as
coordinates activities surrounding the annual audits.
• Extracts and summarizes financial information to prepare the monthly financial statements
as well as variance analyses.
• Sets up grants in the accounting system to facilitate tracking and reporting for internal management
and external reporting. Assists the Director of Finance in the preparation of grant financial report
filings.
• Assist program staff with grant proposal budgets and adjustments Assists the Director of Finance and COO in the preparation of the annual budgets by assembling initial data and reviewing data compiled by others; monitors monthly and quarterly budget summary reports; and prepare and shares reports when there is an appreciable variance from budget estimates.
• Works independently on continuing assignments or projects that require the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), practices, and theories of professional accounting.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
Experience and Education:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or related (CPA designation is a plus)
• 5 - 7 years of professional experience with accounting principles, regulations, financial reporting, grant
and membership accounting (Non-profit experience is a plus)
Qualifications:
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage Accounting, Bill.com preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with emphasis on Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Knowledge and experience in payroll, accounts receivable, fixed asset, accounts payable, and general ledger systems
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; business oriented interpersonal skills
• Respects the confidentiality of privileged information known or entrusted to the Senior Accountant by virtue of position or duties. Other tasks as assigned based on the needs of the organization.
• Works independently on continuing assignments or projects that require application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), practices, and theories of professional accounting.
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of underlying systems and operations to assess the overall impact on the business and underlying financials. Provides recommendations or methods to improve cost-effective operations.
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of underlying systems and operations to assess the overall impact on the business and underlying financials. Provides recommendations or methods to improve cost-effective operations.
Work Environment:
The work environment is a typical office environment. The noise level is usually quiet. Up to 10% travel may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Physical Demands:
• Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting for prolonged periods.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions, like typing or answering a phone, that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
