Senior Project Accountant

Bay Area Community Resources; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Area Community Resources is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to oversee funder billings and ensure compliance with financial requirements. The role involves collaboration with Program Managers and analyzing grant expenditures.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 5 years of relevant accounting experience. Proficiency in accounting systems like Workday and Excel is essential, and strong analytical skills are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit or grant-funded environments.
• Significant experience with fund accounting and multi-source grant funding.
• Experience with enterprise accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review funder billings for accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor grant expenditures and project cash flow.
• Collaborate with Program Managers for financial performance analysis.

Skills

Advanced analytical and financial problem-solving skills

Strong communication and business-partnering abilities

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Workday Financial Management

Microsoft Excel

Salesforce

Job description

Senior Project Accountant

Reports To: Accounting Manager - Project Accounting

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Range: $95,000 - $105,000 annually

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review funder billings to ensure accuracy and compliance with grant agreements and Uniform Guidance requirements.
• Monitor grant expenditures and project cash flow to ensure compliance with funding restrictions and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with Program Managers to analyze financial performance and conduct detailed budget-to-actual analysis for grants and projects.
• Review and approve multi-funded transactions across restricted and unrestricted funding sources and recommend appropriate accounting treatment.
• Prepare and review journal entries related to grant reallocations, reconciliations, and funding adjustments.
• Analyze financial activity and ensure proper allocation of costs across multiple funding sources.
• Generate and review financial reports for internal leadership and external funders.
• Assist with preparation of documentation for annual financial audits, grant audits, and compliance reviews.
• Provide guidance and training to program staff on grant financial management and compliance requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve grant accounting processes and financial reporting workflows.
• Maintain strong working relationships with program teams, funders, and internal finance staff.
• Participate in ad-hoc analyses, special projects, and process improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit or grant‑funded environments.
• Significant experience with fund accounting and multi‑source grant funding.
• Experience with enterprise accounting systems; Workday Financial Management preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with CRM systems such as Salesforce.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced analytical and financial problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and business‑partnering abilities.
• Ability to interpret complex funding requirements and translate them into operational guidance.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple funding streams and reporting deadlines.
• High integrity and professional judgment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

BACR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS‑Related Complex or military status.