Senior Accountant

Walker; Needham Heights (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker Therapeutic & Educational Programs seeks a Senior Accountant to lead day-to-day finance operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and provide leadership within the Finance Department.

The role requires 5+ years in a similar function, a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, and strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit practices. Travel to Walker locations is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or related field.
• 5+ years working in a similar role with progressive responsibilities.
• Background check requirements must be successfully completed; reliable transportation and travel to Walker locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day finance operations, ensuring GAAP compliance and timely financial reporting.
• Lead grant tracking, reporting, and analysis.
• Close monthly accounting cycles; prepare invoices, record revenue, depreciation, and payroll entries.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Time management

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Continua software

Paycom payroll

Job description

Senior Accountant – Finance Department – Walker Therapeutic & Educational Programs – Needham, MA

Walker Therapeutic & Educational Programs is a non‑profit organization committed to supporting children and families. We are seeking a Senior Accountant to lead day‑to‑day finance operations, ensure accurate, timely financial reporting, and provide leadership within the Finance Department.

Essential Functions

• Lead all day‑to‑day finance operations with responsibility for accounting payment processing systems, billing, banking operations, etc., ensuring compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and non‑profit business practices consistent with our 501(c)3 status.
• Lead all grant‑related tracking, reporting, and analysis.
• Ensure monthly accounting closes are completed as scheduled, including but not limited to:
  • Prepare and issue monthly invoices to all customers of the various programs.
  • Record monthly revenue and deferred revenue entries.
  • Record monthly depreciation entries.
  • Perform monthly reclass entries related to employees’ health benefits.
  • Submit monthly invoices and reimbursement claims to the appropriate state agencies.
  • Perform monthly bank account reconciliations in Microsoft Excel.
  • Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations in Microsoft Excel.
• Prepare fairly presented and timely financial statements for management and program managers, ensuring appropriate supporting documentation accompanies all financial statements.
• Assist in the development and preparation of the annual budget.
• Assist in the preparation of documentation for our year‑end audit.
• Record biweekly payroll for approximately 300 employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong customer/member‑relations skills; proven ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Sound judgement and decision‑making skills; strong focus on maintaining confidentiality.
• Well‑organized with strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft’s Office Suite including Excel.
• Ability to establish credibility and be decisive while recognizing and supporting the organization’s preferences and priorities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft’s Business Central accounting software, Continia software, and Paycom’s payroll software is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Perform sedentary work for extended periods, lifting (up to 10 lbs.), typing, and looking at a computer screen.
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow through with multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to respond to and follow through with requests professionally.
• Must be task‑driven and detail‑oriented.
• Must have ability to travel to all Walker locations.

Schedule

9:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday with flexibility for evenings based on program and operational needs.

Qualifications

• Education and Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or related field.
• Experience: 5+ years working in a similar role with progressive responsibilities.
• Other Requirements:
  • Successfully complete all background check suitability requirements.
  • Must have reliable transportation with ability to travel to different locations.
• Supervision: Reports to Controller.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Walker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon an individual's race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, national guard or reserve unit obligations, participation in discrimination complaint‑related activities, or membership in any category protected by federal or state law.