Senior Accountant

Planned Parenthood of Northern New England; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

403b retirement with 2% match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral bonuses

Disability & Life Insurance

Travel mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Planned Parenthood of Northern New England is seeking a Senior Accountant to support financial health and forecasting. You will prepare reports, assist budgets and grants, and partner across departments to ensure responsible financial management.

The role offers a hybrid schedule within ME, NH or VT and requires 3–5 years of accounting experience and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/business or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills helpful.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and meet deadlines in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial information and strong financial controls.
• Prepare and explain financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Support grant budgeting and monitoring to meet funding requirements.
• Partner with colleagues to analyze results and improve processes.
• Handle day-to-day accounting tasks: reconciliations, journal entries, and reviews.
• Support compliance, audits, reporting, and internal controls.

Skills

Detail oriented

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelors in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Position Title

Senior Accountant

Location

Hybrid within ME, NH or VT

Hours

Full Time, 37.5 hours/week, Salaried (Exempt)

Position Purpose

The Senior Accountant plays an important role in supporting the financial health and sustainability of Planned Parenthood of Northern New England (PPNNE) and its affiliated organizations. In this role, you'll prepare and analyze financial information, support budgeting and forecasting efforts, and help ensure resources are managed responsibly so leaders can make informed decisions and plan for the future. Working closely with colleagues across departments, you'll contribute to a collaborative, learning-focused environment where questions are welcomed, knowledge is shared, and continuous improvement is encouraged. Your work helps strengthen the systems and financial foundation that make it possible for PPNNE to provide, promote, and protect access to sexual and reproductive health care, education, and advocacy throughout our communities.

Your Day- To-Day Responsibilities

• Support the organization’s overall financial health by maintaining accurate financial information and following strong financial management practices
• Prepare and explain financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and other information to help leaders and teams understand performance and make informed decisions
• Support budgeting, grant financial management, and ongoing monitoring of resources to help departments plan effectively and meet funding requirements
• Serve as a financial partner to colleagues across the organization by providing guidance, analysis, and tools that make financial processes easier to understand and manage
• Maintain accurate financial records and support day-to-day accounting activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and reviewing financial transactions
• Help maintain Finance resources, processes, and tools while supporting compliance, audits, reporting, and other organizational financial requirements

Job Perks

• Work with a group of dedicated professionals
• No overnight hours
• Collaborative Work Environment - PPNNE upholds high workplace values and patient service standards, fostering respect, engagement, and teamwork to create the best experience for employees and patients alike
• Gain experience with an experienced and successful Finance Team
• Travel Milage Reimbursement
• Make a Difference! - Make a direct impact in your community by providing patients with access to high quality & essential health care services

Compensation

• Pay Range - Range of pay starts at $63,122/yr

Benefits

• Up to 3 weeks paid time off (increases with tenure) & up to 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• PPNNE Funded Health Reimbursement Account to cover portion of medical deductible costs
• 403b retirement account and 2% employer match eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential counseling and resources)
• Employee referral bonuses
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability & Life Insurance

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/business plus 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred; or an equivalent combination of education/experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired
• Demonstrated ability to pay strict attention to detail, with a commitment to display a positive attitude, and willingness to work effectively and efficiently within an environment where priorities constantly change
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams…); Intermediate to advanced Excel preferred
• Demonstrated aptitude for transactional accounting practices and processes
• Experience with modern accounting and financial reporting platforms is desirable
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently with ease and take ownership of assigned tasks or projects

Why Join PPNNE?

Planned Parenthood of Northern New England (PPNNE) was founded on the belief that everyone has the fundamental right to make decisions about their bodies and reproductive futures free from harassment or fear. Working for Planned Parenthood is more than just a job. Joining Planned Parenthood means becoming part of a mission-driven movement, where your work will help make sexual and reproductive health care more accessible to all.

Planned Parenthood of Northern New England welcomes diversity & is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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