Senior Accountant, Ocean Conservation Nonprofit

The Ocean Foundation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ocean Foundation in Washington, DC seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to strengthen our financial operations. You will manage key accounting tasks, including processing accounts payable and reconciling accounts, while ensuring compliance with federal grants.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Accounting and 5-7 years of accounting experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector. This role offers a competitive salary between $100K - $125K, and the organization fosters an equitable workplace.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and record deposits.
• Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts.
• Send monthly programmatic financial reports.

Skills

Excel skills

Accounting systems skills

Federal grant compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CMA or CMA-track

Job description

The Ocean Foundation in Washington, DC seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to strengthen our financial operations. You will manage key accounting tasks, including processing accounts payable and reconciling accounts, while ensuring compliance with federal grants.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Accounting and 5-7 years of accounting experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector. This role offers a competitive salary between $100K - $125K, and the organization fosters an equitable workplace.