Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a non-profit organization in Washington, District of Columbia on remote, a long-term Contract assignment. This role is ideal for a strong accountant who can maintain accurate financial records, strengthen month-end processes, and deliver reliable reporting. The position will play a key part in day-to-day accounting operations while helping ensure timely reconciliations and compliance with organizational standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing entries, verifying balances, and ensuring deadlines are met.

• Maintain the general ledger with a high degree of accuracy and investigate discrepancies affecting financial data.

• Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting activity and period-end adjustments.

• Complete reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.

• Perform bank reconciliations regularly to confirm cash activity and identify variances requiring follow-up.

• Produce financial reports that support internal review, operational planning, and leadership decision-making.

• Support accounts payable processes by reviewing transactions, validating coding, and assisting with issue resolution.

Qualifications:

• Strong hands-on experience managing month-end close in an accounting environment with a strong focus on accuracy and detail. Non profit experience a plus.

• Demonstrated knowledge of general ledger accounting and the preparation of journal entries.

• Proven ability to perform account reconciliations accurately and efficiently.

• Experience completing bank reconciliations and researching unreconciled items.

• Background preparing financial reports for organizational or management use.

• Familiarity with accounts payable activities and expense coding practices.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced setting.

Compensation

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