Senior Nonprofit Accountant — Remote, Lead Financial Reporting

Wipfli; Naperville (IL); Remote; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Dental and vision coverage

HSA with Firm contribution

401(k) with match

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Wipfli is seeking a Senior Accountant to support nonprofit clients with day-to-day financial reporting, GL management, and month-end close, delivering accurate statements and timely KPIs in a remote environment.

Join a collaborative team within our Client Advisory Services, where experienced professionals guide projects, manage budgets, and develop best practices while enjoying comprehensive benefits and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with a focus on financial reporting and general ledger management.
• Experience with nonprofit federal grant processing and reporting required.
• CPA not required but preferred; active CPA a plus.

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

Nonprofit accounting

Public accounting experience

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA certification preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Wipfli is seeking a Senior Accountant to support nonprofit clients with day-to-day financial reporting, GL management, and month-end close, delivering accurate statements and timely KPIs in a remote environment.

Join a collaborative team within our Client Advisory Services, where experienced professionals guide projects, manage budgets, and develop best practices while enjoying comprehensive benefits and flexible work arrangements.