Senior Accountant

LHH; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A recruitment solutions firm is seeking a Senior Executive Recruiter to join a nonprofit school’s accounting and finance team. This pivotal role requires at least three years of accounting experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Responsibilities include managing month-end close, financial reporting, and compliance with nonprofit standards. Compensation ranges from $70,000 to $90,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required).
• 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally in nonprofit or education sectors.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting.
• Experience with payroll systems and nonprofit tax filings (Form 990).
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel; experience with QuickBooks Online.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the full month-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Oversee payroll accounting and compliance.
• Lead preparation of Form 990 and other nonprofit-specific filings.
• Support annual audits and grant reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with school leadership on budgeting and financial planning.

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Senior Executive Recruiter | Accounting and Finance | LHH | Greater Philadelphia and Central/Southern New Jersey

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join the accounting and finance team at a mission-driven nonprofit school. This role is critical to maintaining the financial health and transparency of the organization and will be responsible for overseeing core accounting functions, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the full month-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, providing insights and supporting documentation for internal leadership and external stakeholders.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring proper coding, timely processing, and reconciliation of transactions.
• Oversee payroll accounting, including coordination with payroll providers, reconciliation of payroll entries, and compliance with tax and benefit reporting.
• Lead preparation of Form 990 and other nonprofit-specific filings, working closely with external auditors and tax professionals.
• Support annual audits and grant reporting requirements, maintaining organized records and documentation.
• Collaborate with school leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
• 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally in nonprofit or education sectors.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting.
• Experience with payroll systems and nonprofit tax filings (Form 990).
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel; experience with QuickBooks Online
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-driven environment.

Compensation:

$70,000- $90,000

Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision

PTO is offered on an accrual basis

Paid Sick Leave where applicable by State law

If you are interested in this position or any other Accounting and Finance career opportunities, please apply and contact Kellie Sclafani at [e-mail].

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations and Education

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