Senior Accountant

FTS Inc is a premier staffing agency dedicated to connecting top talent with exceptional organizations. We are currently seeking a skilled Senior Accountant to join one of our valued clients in Washington, DC (hybrid). This organization is committed to making a positive impact in the community and offers a collaborative, mission-driven work environment, with room for mentorship and growth.

FTS Inc specializes in recruiting services for Accounting, Finance & Professional Services, Construction, and IT & Engineering because these are industries we’re truly passionate about. We care deeply about every client and candidate, and we’re going out of our way to purposefully build an organization that has yet to be seen in this industry.

Position Overview:

The Senior Accountant will play a vital role in maintaining the financial health of various clientele, The ideal candidate will have prior experience with non-profit organizations and prior experience with month-end close activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP standards.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including month-end and year-end closing entries.
• Managing grants processes.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Participation with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Budgeting and forecasting.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payment and collection.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records, including grant and fund accounting.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop budgets and track spending.
• Support audit preparation and respond to auditor requests.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field.
• 4+ years of accounting experience within a non-profit organization
• Grants management experience.
• Prior experience with accounting systems.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.