Nonprofit Financial Accountant - Grants & Compliance

FUSION; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FUSION in Washington, DC seeks a Financial Accountant to manage full-cycle bookkeeping, grants, payroll, and financial reporting for a non-profit focused on housing and services for families in need.

The successful candidate will oversee AP/AR, maintain the general ledger, ensure GAAP compliance, and coordinate with our CPA firm to deliver high-quality financial statements for leadership and funders.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• At least 5 years of experience in an accounting management role with P&L responsibility.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and other financial management tools relevant for non-profits.
• Familiarity with accounting principles and practices specific to non-profit organizations.
• Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to resolving financial discrepancies.
• Meticulous in handling financial data to ensure accuracy and integrity in all reports and records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain the general ledger, perform account reconciliations, record journal entries, and ensure data integrity.
• Assist in the development of the annual organizational budget and monitor variances.
• Manage financial aspects of grants, including budget preparation and funder reports.
• Process payroll and related journal entries in collaboration with HR.
• Post ACH transactions, invoices, and vendor payments; reconcile credit card bills.
• Enter donations, perform weekly deposits, and issue billings for receivables.
• Support annual external audit; ensure GAAP/FASB compliance and IRS Form 990 support.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

FUSION in Washington, DC seeks a Financial Accountant to manage full-cycle bookkeeping, grants, payroll, and financial reporting for a non-profit focused on housing and services for families in need.

The successful candidate will oversee AP/AR, maintain the general ledger, ensure GAAP compliance, and coordinate with our CPA firm to deliver high-quality financial statements for leadership and funders.