Remote Senior Accountant for Nonprofit Financial Reporting

Wipfli; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 health plan options (HMO & PPO)

Dental and vision coverage

Enroll in HSA with Firm contribution

Firm-sponsored basic life

Short and long-term disability

401(k) with profit share and matching

Job summary

Wipfli is seeking a Senior Accountant to support nonprofit clients with a focus on financial reporting and general ledger management. This role offers a 100% remote work arrangement and opportunities to build strong client relationships.

You will manage monthly reporting packages, oversee month-end close, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive best practices and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Experience in public accounting or outsourced accounting preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience with a focus on financial reporting.
• Experience with nonprofit federal grant processing and reporting required.
• Strong understanding of month-end close and accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial reporting accuracy for assigned clients.
• Assist with complex general ledgers, identifying missing transactions and trends to ensure overall accuracy.
• Guide the review and approval of account classifications.
• Review balance sheets for accuracy and facilitate follow-up.
• Coordinate project tasks to ensure efficient client workflow.
• Prepare and/or review the initial draft of monthly reporting packages, including KPIs/metrics.
• Prepare and finalize month-end close.
• Maintain and update the client procedure manual to ensure appropriate process documentation.
• Prepare and/or review work papers and schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Participate in cross-collaboration with other teams/service lines, as applicable.
• Assist in estimating and managing work assignments of accountants to meet client needs and budget constraints.
• Assist in the development of best practices.

Skills

Accounting proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication & interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA certification preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Wipfli is seeking a Senior Accountant to support nonprofit clients with a focus on financial reporting and general ledger management. This role offers a 100% remote work arrangement and opportunities to build strong client relationships.

You will manage monthly reporting packages, oversee month-end close, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive best practices and efficiency.