Senior Accountant — Nonprofit Financial Reporting

Wipfli; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with profit share

Education & certification assistance

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Wipfli, a leading accounting and advisory firm, is seeking a Senior Accountant to enhance nonprofit client financial reporting and operations in Bozeman, MT. You will manage day-to-day reporting, GL review, month-end close, and cross-team collaboration to drive accuracy and efficiency.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, CPA-credential preference, and experience with nonprofit federal grant processing, offering opportunities to grow within a supportive, innovative firm culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Experience in public accounting e.g. outsourced accounting or audit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial reporting accuracy for assigned clients.
• Assist with complex general ledgers, identifying missing transactions and trends to ensure overall accuracy.
• Guide the review and approval of account classifications.
• Review balance sheets for accuracy and facilitate follow-up.
• Coordinate project tasks to ensure efficient client workflow.
• Prepare and/or review the initial draft of monthly reporting packages, including KPIs/metrics.
• Prepare and finalize month-end close.
• Maintain and update the client procedure manual to ensure appropriate process documentation.
• Prepare and/or review work papers and schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Participate in cross-collaboration with other teams/service lines, as applicable.
• Assist in estimating and managing work assignments of accountants to meet client needs and budget constraints.
• Assist in the development of best practices.

Skills

Financial reporting

General ledger management

Client management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA certification preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Wipfli, a leading accounting and advisory firm, is seeking a Senior Accountant to enhance nonprofit client financial reporting and operations in Bozeman, MT. You will manage day-to-day reporting, GL review, month-end close, and cross-team collaboration to drive accuracy and efficiency.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, CPA-credential preference, and experience with nonprofit federal grant processing, offering opportunities to grow within a supportive, innovative firm culture.