Nonprofit Senior Accountant — Hybrid (Billing & Controls)

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule in Oakland near BART

Medical, dental, vision, lifeinsurance

Short-term disability

401(k) plan

Commuter benefits

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a mission-driven nonprofit organization in Oakland to hire a Senior Staff Accountant on a temp-to-hire basis. This role focuses on hands-on accounting, strengthening financial processes, reporting, and controls.

Key duties include County-funded contract billing, reconciliations, and financial projections, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and timely reporting. The position operates in a hybrid Oakland setting near BART, offering growth in a

Qualifications

• At least 2 years nonprofit accounting experience.
• BA or BS in Accounting preferred.
• Proficient with QuickBooks Online.
• Experience with account and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Experience with financial reporting.
• Experience with County-funded contract billing.
• Knowledge of financial controls and accounting best practices.
• Experience supporting financial projections and monitoring spending against funding sources.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage billing for County-funded contracts.
• Prepare and complete account and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and ensure financial information is accurate and timely.
• Monitor spending and ensure expenses align with appropriate funding sources.
• Prepare projections and support financial planning activities.
• Maintain accurate accounting records using QuickBooks Online.
• Review, maintain, and strengthen internal financial controls.
• Identify and implement accounting process improvements.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies while maintaining appropriate supporting documentation.
• Partner with internal teams to support day-to-day accounting needs.

Skills

Nonprofit accounting

Financial reporting

Contract billing

Reconciliations

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

BA in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a mission-driven nonprofit organization in Oakland to hire a Senior Staff Accountant on a temp-to-hire basis. This role focuses on hands-on accounting, strengthening financial processes, reporting, and controls.

Key duties include County-funded contract billing, reconciliations, and financial projections, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and timely reporting. The position operates in a hybrid Oakland setting near BART, offering growth in a