Senior Accountant

GivePower; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative nonprofit organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their finance team. This role involves overseeing core accounting functions and supporting international operations in various countries. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in U.S. GAAP, experience in nonprofit accounting, and a proactive mindset. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that electrify communities and improve lives through clean energy. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a global impact while enjoying the flexibility of a remote work environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible paid time off

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience in nonprofit or international settings.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage general ledger activities and reconciliations across multiple entities.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

Accounting Software (Xero preferred)

Microsoft Excel

Financial Compliance

Multi-entity Accounting

Bilingual (Spanish, French, Swahili)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

Power BI

Xero

Job description

This range is provided by GivePower. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$55,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

WHO WE ARE

GivePower’s mission is to electrify the world with clean energy, and provide greater health, economic and educational opportunities to developing regions that need it most. Our growing team is made up of passionate, creative problem-solvers who value community, vision, and impact. We focus on building and operating projects that provide solar-powered solutions for improving education, water access, food production, and conservation. We also provide life-changing voluntourism treks for donors and teams wishing to be a part of the impact they’re making. Our leadership team brings deep experience from the clean energy space enabling us to create and deploy innovative technology to address some of the world’s biggest problems. If you crave an opportunity to meaningfully improve the lives of those in need, come join the charge!

YOUR ROLE

We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and analytical Senior Accountant to join our finance team. Reporting to the Controller, this position will be responsible for overseeing core accounting functions, supporting international operations in Colombia, Kenya, Tanzania and Haiti, and driving improvements in financial processes. As a key contributor, the Senior Accountant will ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency across all levels.

This role is ideal for a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and is eager to play a strategic role in scaling a global nonprofit.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in accordance with GAAP, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage general ledger activities and reconciliations across multiple entities and international subsidiaries.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting processes to support organizational scalability.
• Oversee and review accounts payable and receivable processes, including donor invoicing and collections.
• Manage and improve inventory accounting and ensure proper tracking of manufacturing transactions.
• Support fixed asset tracking, year-end audit preparation, and financial compliance.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (CPA or CPA candidate preferred)
• 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in nonprofit, manufacturing, or international settings
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and familiarity with international accounting practices
• Experience with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting environments
• Proficiency in accounting software (Xero experience preferred) and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, and advanced formulas)
• Familiarity with donor or grant reporting, fund accounting, and restricted/unrestricted funds is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of internal controls, audit processes, and financial compliance
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data and present insights to management
• Experience preparing schedules and support for external audits or financial reviews
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Comfortable working in a fully remote environment and across time zones
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate with global teams, vendors, and donors
• Experience with Power BI or similar data visualization tools is a plus
• Experience with Xero is a plus
• Bilingual is a plus, particularly in Spanish, French, or Swahili
• Passion for mission-driven work and a strong commitment to GivePower’s goals

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision, a 401(k) retirement plan, flexible paid time off, and the ability to work remotely.

GivePower is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage people of every color, orientation, age, gender, origin, and ability to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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