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Sr. Accountant
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Robert Half
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Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a non-profit organization in Bethesda, Maryland in a fully remote, contract-to-permanent position. This role is suited for a hands-on accounting specialist who can manage core financial activities, provide thoughtful analysis, and help strengthen day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate clearly across teams while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the maintenance of the general ledger and ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and current.
- Direct daily accounting activities across key functions, including payables, receivables, and payroll-related reconciliation work.
- Prepare monthly financial reports and supporting schedules to help leadership evaluate organizational performance.
- Review payroll information for accuracy after entry and resolve discrepancies before final processing.
- Develop and assess budgets, monitor variances, and contribute to financial forecasting and planning efforts.
- Perform cash flow evaluations to support operating decisions and promote effective use of funds.
- Administer grant-related accounting activities, including tracking, reporting, and compliance oversight.
- Help ensure accounting practices align with organizational policies and applicable financial requirements.
- Handle journal entries, account reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and other month-end close responsibilities as needed.
- Take ownership of special projects and ad hoc financial assignments in support of the broader finance team.