Senior Accountant - Onsite, Nonprofit Grants & GAAP

`Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Scienc; California; On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science is seeking a Senior Accountant in Los Angeles, CA to support daily, weekly, and monthly financial reporting across departments.

Under the Accounting Manager, you will review balance sheets and income statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, 2+ years grant accounting, and 3–5 years in a senior accounting capacity; experience with Great Plains, smart-list reports, eRequester,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (minimum).
• CPA license preferred.
• 2+ years grant accounting experience in a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly deposit review with Cash Manager.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliation.
• Prepare monthly journal entries: payroll accruals, deferred revenue, and expenses.
• Handle CIP transfers and fixed asset depreciation.
• Support annual audit activities and reporting.
• Maintain Accounts Receivable & Revenue.

Skills

Written communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Prioritization

Overtime readiness

follow directions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Great Plains

Smart-list reports

eRequester

Access database

Job description

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science is seeking a Senior Accountant in Los Angeles, CA to support daily, weekly, and monthly financial reporting across departments.

Under the Accounting Manager, you will review balance sheets and income statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, 2+ years grant accounting, and 3–5 years in a senior accounting capacity; experience with Great Plains, smart-list reports, eRequester,