Senior Accountant, Nonprofit GAAP & Financial Leadership

The Heritage Foundation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care, vision, and dental insurance

Employer-sponsored retirement funding

Generous PTO and sick leave

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to lead financial operations and ensure GAAP compliance. The role requires collaboration with multiple teams and the mentoring of junior staff. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, alongside at least 3 years of relevant experience. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of general accounting or nonprofit tax experience, preferably in the not-for-profit industry.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and public speaking skills.
• Strong Excel proficiency and GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries.
• Assist with internal controls and financial reporting.
• Lead and mentor junior staff in accounting tasks.

Skills

Financial leadership

Collaboration

Mentoring

GAAP compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Master’s degree preferred

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Accounting database and software

Job description

A nonprofit organization in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to lead financial operations and ensure GAAP compliance. The role requires collaboration with multiple teams and the mentoring of junior staff. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, alongside at least 3 years of relevant experience. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.