Senior Accountant

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Accountant in Washington, DC. Summary: The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing and performing advanced accounting functions for the organization, with a focus on nonprofit fund accounting, grant compliance, and financial reporting. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy of financial data, adherence to GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards, and compliance with donor and grant requirements. Key Responsibilities: General Accounting:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations
• Prepare and post complex journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts in accordance with nonprofit fund accounting principles
  
  

Month-End & Year-End Close:

• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare financial statements, supporting schedules, and variance analyses for management and the Board of Directors
• Support annual audits by preparing schedules, providing documentation, and working directly with external auditors
  
  

Grant & Fund Accounting:

• Track, reconcile, and report on restricted and unrestricted funds
• Maintain accurate records of grant activity and ensure compliance with funding requirements
• Prepare grant financial reports for funders in collaboration with program managers
  
  

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare monthly budget-to-actual reports and variance analyses for management and program staff
• Assist in developing and monitoring budgets and forecasts
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making across the organization
  
  

Compliance & Internal Controls:

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), and other applicable nonprofit accounting regulations
• Maintain and improve internal controls to safeguard organizational assets
  
  

Requirements

• Experience with general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and compliance (e.g., Uniform Guidance)
• Grant tracking and financial reporting
• Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Audit preparation and support
• Attention to detail and strong internal controls
• Proficiency in financial software and Excel
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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