• Sr. Accountant

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (East Hartford, CT)


    Description

    Senior Accountant - Non-Profit

     

    East Hartford, CT - On Site

     

    Contact: Brittany Rizzo / [email protected]

     

    Reference ID: BR0013358942

     

    Our client is a growing non-profit, and has partnered with Robert Half to help fill a new position! The Senior Accountant plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the organization’s financial records and reporting. This position is responsible for advanced accounting functions including month-end close, financial statement preparation, reconciliations, and support of audits and budgeting processes. The Senior Accountant will work closely with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to support the organization’s financial health and mission. This non-profit offers incredible benefits, including a strong health insurance package, above average PTO policy and incredible retirement match! Looking for work/ life balance with advancement? Apply today to learn more!

    Key Responsibilities

    + Perform and lead month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.

    + Prepare accurate monthly financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.

    + Maintain the general ledger and ensure proper classification of revenues, expenses, and restricted funds.

    + Analyze financial data and investigate variances; provide clear explanations to finance leadership.

    + Assist with grant budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting.

    + Ensure accurate allocation of costs across programs and funding sources.

    + Support the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activities.

    + Monitor budget-to-actual results and assist with variance analysis.

    + Collaborate with program and department managers to support financial planning.

    + Assist with annual financial audits and Single Audits, including preparation of schedules and documentation.

    + Ensure compliance with internal controls, organizational policies, and applicable regulations.

    + Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and documentation within accounting processes.

    + Support financial systems maintenance and reporting tools.

    + Assist with implementation of new accounting standards, systems, or procedures as needed.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

    + Minimum of 4–6 years of accounting experience, with at least 1-2 years in a nonprofit environment.

    + Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.

    + Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

    + Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

    + Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.

    + Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

     

    Preferred

     

    + CPA

    + Experience with grant and fund accounting.

    + Experience supporting audits and preparing financial schedules.

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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