Senior Accountant

Davita Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 97,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in the climate sector is seeking a Senior Accountant to handle financial operations including general ledger reviews, reconciliations, and compliance with accounting standards. This full-time remote role offers competitive salary and benefits, emphasizing teamwork and adaptability.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience with accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and core accounting functions.
• Intermediate or advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word; familiarity with Google Drive is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank accounts, grants, and prepaid expenses.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Manage fixed assets and rent schedules.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Excel

Cloud-Based Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

Intacct

Salesforce

Job description

ABOUT U.S. ENERGY FOUNDATION

The U.S. Energy Foundation (EF) is dedicated to securing a clean and equitable energy future to address the climate crisis. Our vision is a healthy, safe, and equitable economy powered by clean energy, fostering sustainable opportunities, innovation, and climate protection for current and future generations.

EF supports education and analysis to promote nonpartisan policy solutions that advance renewable energy and energy efficiency, encouraging innovation and economic growth with reduced pollution. For over 30 years, EF has funded initiatives to educate policymakers and the public about the benefits of a clean energy economy. Our grantees include diverse groups such as businesses, health, environmental, labor, equity, community, faith, and consumer organizations, as well as policy experts, think tanks, universities, and more.

We strive to create equitable systems that enable people to thrive, emphasizing humility, transparency, respect, and appreciation for diverse lived experiences in our interactions with colleagues, grantees, and partners.

EF's Fundraising Philosophy

As our primary clients and partners are funders and grantees, EF commits to acting as a strategic thought leader by:

1. Collaborating and co-creating strategies, including managing funder collaboratives where appropriate.


2. Highlighting opportunities for climate philanthropy to benefit disadvantaged communities impacted by climate change.


3. Providing responsive, proactive, and timely updates and information.

EF is headquartered in San Francisco, CA, with over 100 staff members based across the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, and Western regions, positioned to best serve our programs and partners.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant will perform accurate general ledger reviews, reconciliations, journal entries, depreciation and amortization schedules, expenditure reporting, and assist the finance leadership team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting and Audit Preparation

• Reconcile bank accounts, grants, and prepaid expenses.


• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and depreciation schedules.


• Manage fixed assets and rent schedules.


• Provide backup support to other accounting staff.


• Document and maintain accounting policies and procedures.


• Assist with annual audits.


• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles.


• Handle tax-related documents, such as 1099s.


• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Corporate Credit Card Expense Processing

• Audit, verify, and process employee expense reports in Concur.


• Reconcile credit card statements with reimbursements.


• Administer the employee credit card program.


• Create training materials and train employees on expense reimbursement procedures.

Building the Team

• Analyze current processes and implement system and operational improvements.


• Maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues.


• Contribute to a positive work environment.


• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and core accounting functions.


• Proficiency with spreadsheets and cloud-based accounting systems; experience with NetSuite, Intacct, Salesforce, or similar CRM systems is desirable.


• Intermediate or advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word; familiarity with Google Drive, Docs, and Sheets is a plus.


• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.

SUPERVISION

Reports to the Senior Director, Finance.

COMPENSATION

This full-time position offers a target salary of $108,000 for candidates in major metro areas such as San Francisco, New York City, Seattle, San Diego, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Boston, or Sacramento. Candidates in other U.S. regions may expect a salary of $97,200. EF provides comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, retirement, and paid time off.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Ability to travel 2-3 times annually for 3-4 days per trip.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Extended hours at the computer and moderate domestic travel are required. Reasonable accommodations can be provided for individuals with disabilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

EF operates in a remote-first environment. The position can be based anywhere in the U.S., with occasional activities or events after hours. Office settings include shared workspaces and individual offices with moderate noise levels and a collegial atmosphere.