Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Sacramento, CA (onsite)

Are you a seasoned accounting professional who is able to support a CFO with day-to-day operational accounting? Do you have non-profit industry experience? We are looking for a senior accounting professional for a wonderful new job opportunity in Sacramento, CA. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of accounting experience, able to support with accounting and audit, and able to dive in and support in a fast paced environment. If you are interested in more details please apply now!

Responsibilities

• Support the CFO with daily accounting operations, including general ledger, journal entries, and month-end close
• Prepare and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and alignment with nonprofit reporting standards
• Oversee payroll processing and related reconciliations, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations
• Assist in the development, tracking, and monitoring of annual budgets and forecasts
• Coordinate and prepare schedules and documentation for annual audits and ensure timely responses to auditors
• Maintain internal controls and accounting procedures to ensure compliance with nonprofit regulations and best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles (including fund accounting)
• Experience with payroll processing and related compliance requirements
• Proficiency in accounting systems; MIP experience strongly preferred
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to partner with leadership in a fast-paced environment

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

If you have the qualifications above and are interested in this opportunity – please apply today! If you are curious what else is available, please review the LHH website!