Senior Nonprofit Accounting Lead (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options (HMO & PPO)

Dental & vision coverage

HSA with Firm contribution

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with profit sharing and match

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Wipfli is seeking a Senior Accountant to support nonprofit clients with financial reporting and general ledger management. The role offers a 100% remote work arrangement and opportunities to build deep client relationships within a supportive team.

You will perform month-end close, review balance sheets, coordinate tasks, and develop best practices while ensuring accurate KPI reporting. A Bachelor's in accounting/finance is required and CPA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.
• CPA certification is preferred.
• Experience in public accounting (outsourced accounting or audit) is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience with focus on financial reporting and general ledger management.
• Experience with nonprofit federal grant processing and reporting is required.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and month-end close processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to project manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial reporting accuracy for assigned clients.
• Assist with complex general ledgers and trend analysis to ensure accuracy.
• Review account classifications and balance sheets for accuracy.
• Coordinate project tasks to ensure efficient client workflow.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages and KPIs/metrics.
• Prepare and finalize month-end close.
• Maintain client procedure documentation.
• Prepare work papers and schedules for completeness and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams as applicable.
• Assist in estimating and managing accountant workloads.
• Develop and implement best practices.

Skills

Financial reporting

General ledger

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wipfli is seeking a Senior Accountant to support nonprofit clients with financial reporting and general ledger management. The role offers a 100% remote work arrangement and opportunities to build deep client relationships within a supportive team.

You will perform month-end close, review balance sheets, coordinate tasks, and develop best practices while ensuring accurate KPI reporting. A Bachelor's in accounting/finance is required and CPA is preferred.