Senior Accountant (Client Accounting Services)

The Ijaz Group; Tysons (VA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to enhance financial reporting for nonprofit clients. This role involves leading the month-end close process, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with teams to develop efficient accounting procedures. The firm offers a mission-driven environment with remote work flexibility, focusing on innovation and work-life balance. If you have a strong accounting background and a passion for supporting nonprofits, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the sector.

Benefits

Flexible remote work

Work-life balance

Opportunity to work with nonprofits

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably with nonprofits.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and software tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and month-end close for nonprofit clients.
• Oversee monthly close process and prepare financial statements.
• Collaborate with teams to manage financial tracking and reporting.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Client Service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA or CMA certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage Intacct

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

Job description

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

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

About The Ijaz Group

The Ijaz Group is a leading professional services firm specializing in managed accounting solutions for nonprofit organizations. We help mission-driven organizations achieve greater impact by delivering timely, accurate, and strategic financial services.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and client-focused Senior Accountant to lead the financial reporting and month-end close process for a portfolio of nonprofit clients. In this role, you will work closely with internal accounting staff, client teams, and executive leadership to ensure the integrity of financial data and reporting. You will also support compliance, audit preparation, and the ongoing development of efficient accounting procedures tailored to the nonprofit sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements
• Collaborate with client development and program teams to design and manage tools for financial tracking, grant reporting, and budget monitoring
• Manage restricted funding activity, ensuring accurate funder reporting and variance analysis against budgets
• Work with internal teams to respond to evolving client needs including payroll tracking, regulatory compliance, and customized financial reports
• Maintain detailed documentation of accounting procedures and internal controls
• Prepare audit schedules and coordinate directly with external auditors and tax professionals
• Support the preparation of Form 990, charitable registrations, and other regulatory filings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required (accounting knowledge will need to be top notch)
• CPA or CMA certification preferred
• 3–5 years of relevant experience, ideally with outsourced or multi-client accounting services
• Understanding of nonprofit accounting principles will help
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel required
• Experience with Sage Intacct strongly preferred; QuickBooks Online or Desktop experience also acceptable
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with a commitment to client service and meeting deadlines

Why Join Us

• The Ijaz Group offers a mission-driven environment, the flexibility of remote work, and the opportunity to partner with inspiring nonprofit organizations. We are a growth-oriented firm that values innovation, collaboration, and work-life balance.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Accounting