Accountant
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support a nonprofit organization through a contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role. This hybrid role combines one day onsite with four days remote and focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance obligations, and overseeing core accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting knowledge, hands-on payroll and general ledger experience, and the ability to manage revenue tied to government funding arrangements.
Responsibilities:
• Lead monthly close activities, including preparing entries, reviewing account activity, and finalizing timely financial results.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accounting records are accurate, complete, and aligned with nonprofit reporting standards.
• Track and manage incoming revenue, with particular attention to funding associated with government contracts and related restrictions.
• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable, accounts receivable, and employee reimbursement processing to support smooth financial operations.
• Process payroll for approximately 40 employees through ADP and verify accuracy for each pay cycle.
• Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare supporting schedules, organizational financial reports, and required documentation for compliance and audit readiness.
• Use QuickBooks Online and Excel to analyze financial data, maintain records, and produce routine accounting reports.
The salary range for this position is $33/hr. to $35/hr.. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
Qualifications:
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, including work in a nonprofit environment.• Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting practices and compliance expectations.
• Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, and journal entry preparation.
• Knowledge of revenue recognition and financial oversight related to government-funded contracts.
• Hands-on payroll processing experience using ADP.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills for reporting, reconciliations, and data review.
Compensation
$33.00-$35.00 HourlyAbout Us
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