Senior Accountant

CFS; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Seattle, WA is seeking a Senior Accountant to own the nonprofit financial operations, strengthen grant compliance, and contribute to board-level reporting.

You will manage month-end close, prepare statements, oversee grants, audits, and internal controls, collaborating with leadership to drive accuracy and accountability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a nonprofit environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, month-end close, and general ledger management.
• Experience supporting audits and grant accounting, preferably including federal grant compliance and Single Audit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records per nonprofit GAAP standards.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes with reconciliations and journal entries.
• Prepare financial statements, schedules, and management reporting.
• Oversee accounting and compliance activities related to federal, state, and private grants.
• Coordinate annual financial audits, Single Audit activities, and regulatory filings.
• Review payables, receivables, payroll, and banking activities while supporting strong internal controls.

Skills

Nonprofit accounting

GAAP knowledge

Grant accounting

Audit support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Ready to step into a senior-level accounting role where your expertise will directly support mission-driven work? This is an opportunity to take ownership of financial operations, strengthen compliance practices, and play a key role in the stewardship of nonprofit and grant-funded resources.

Senior Accountant

Location: Seattle, WA

Salary: $105,000-$130,000 DOE

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Serve as the senior accounting professional for a respected nonprofit organization.
• Take ownership of the full accounting cycle, including financial reporting, month-end close, audit preparation, and grant compliance.
• Partner closely with executive leadership and gain visibility with board-level financial reporting.
• Play an important role in managing federal, state, and private grant-funded programs.
• Influence financial systems, processes, and internal controls with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment that values accountability, equity, integrity, and professional growth.
• Enjoy the opportunity to work independently while partnering with colleagues across the organization.
• Contribute to meaningful work that supports stronger communities and long-term impact.

Key Responsibilities For The Senior Accountant

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records in accordance with nonprofit GAAP standards.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
• Prepare financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reporting.
• Oversee accounting and compliance activities related to federal, state, and private grants.
• Coordinate annual financial audits, Single Audit activities, and regulatory filings.
• Review accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and banking activities while supporting strong internal controls.

Qualifications For The Senior Accountant

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a nonprofit environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, month-end close, and general ledger management.
• Experience supporting audits and grant accounting, preferably including federal grant compliance and Single Audit requirements.