Senior Staff Accountant

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Salary:

$75,000 - $85,000 per year A bit about us: Leading Non Profit with growth opportunities Why join us? Compassion, impactful mission for communities throughout

Arizona Job Details Senior Staff Accountant Location:

Mesa, AZ Industry:

Mission-Driven /

Nonprofit Organization Employment Type:

Full-Time | On-site About the Organization Our client is a well-established, mission-driven organization serving the greater Phoenix area. They support diverse programs funded through a combination of government contracts, grants, donations, and program revenue. The finance team plays a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and transparency across the organization's operations. Position Overview The Senior Staff Accountant is a key contributor within the Accounting & Finance team, responsible for overseeing daily accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial activities. Reporting to the CFO, this role provides oversight and review of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Staff Accountant functions, while supporting the general ledger, month-end close, audits, and financial reporting. The position operates within a complex, multi-fund environment and requires strong attention to detail, organization, and collaboration. Key Responsibilities Core Accounting & Oversight Oversee day-to-day accounting operations across AP, AR, and Staff Accountant functions Review invoices, payments, deposits, allocations, journal entries, and reconciliations for accuracy and compliance Maintain integrity of the general ledger and support month-end and year-end close processes Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation Financial Reporting & Compliance Assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting Prepare supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards Support restricted and unrestricted fund accounting, including grants and deferred revenue Assist with financial reports related to contracts, grants, and funding sources Process Improvement & Systems Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, documentation, and controls Support implementation and optimization of accounting systems and automation tools Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation Collaboration & Leadership Support Partner with Program, HR, Operations, and Development teams to ensure accurate coding and timely processing Provide technical guidance and day-to-day support to accounting staff Promote consistency, quality, and a collaborative team environment

Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required) Experience 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close Experience with AP and AR functions Exposure to nonprofit, fund accounting, grants, or multi-fund environments preferred Experience supporting GAAP financial reporting Intermediate to advanced Excel skills Experience reviewing or supporting the work of other accounting staff preferred Benefits & Perks Competitive compensation Medical, Dental, Vision coverage Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time 401(k) with employer contribution Life, AD&D, and disability coverage Tuition reimbursement Wellness and employee support programs Supportive, professional team environment Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy