We are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join a respected non-profit organization based in New York, New York. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment and possess strong expertise in financial reporting, reconciliations, and journal entries. As a key member of the accounting team, you will contribute to essential financial operations and ensure compliance with audit standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Take ownership of the month-end closing process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial data.<br>• Assist in preparing for annual audits, including drafting detailed footnotes and supporting documentation.<br>• Analyze and create journal entries for areas such as billing, revenue, cash transactions, utilities, loan transfers, and fixed assets.<br>• Conduct reconciliations for bank accounts, petty cash, and payroll to maintain financial accuracy.<br>• Manage expense accruals and verify their alignment with organizational budgets.<br>• Oversee the tracking and reporting of fixed assets to support long-term financial planning.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance financial processes and ensure compliance with non-profit accounting standards.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel skills to analyze financial data and prepare comprehensive reports.<br>• Support the preparation of FRx and Dynamics Great Plains reports for better financial insights.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.<br>• Proven experience working within the non-profit sector is highly preferred.<br>• Expertise in bank reconciliations and payroll reconciliations.<br>• Familiarity with fixed asset management and reporting is a plus.<br>• Strong proficiency in spreadsheet software, including advanced functions.<br>• Experience with Great Plains Dynamics and FRx Report Writer.<br>• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.<br>• Ability to work in an office-based environment within New York, New York.

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