Cherry Bekaert LLP

Senior Accountant (Non-Profit)

Cherry Bekaert LLP • $70K — $95K *
Washington, DC 20011Hybrid
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 4-7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles
  • Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with ERP or fund accounting systems is a plus
  • Ability to manage deadlines and communicate effectively with stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements
  • Lead or support month-end and year-end close processes
  • Manage fund accounting, including restricted and grant-related funds
  • Analyze financial results and investigate variances
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
  • Assist with audits, Form 990 support, and external reporting
  • Mentor junior accounting staff and support process improvements

Benefits

  • Increased responsibility in financial stewardship
  • Opportunity to contribute to compliance efforts and organizational impact
  • Mentoring opportunities to develop junior staff
  • Engagement in diverse financial reporting tasks
  • Collaboration within a growing nonprofit environment
Full Job Description
Senior Accountant - NonProfit

Cherry Bekaert is partnered with a growing nonprofit organization to identify a Senior Accountant to support financial reporting, fund accounting, and close activities. This role offers increased responsibility and the opportunity to contribute to financial stewardship and compliance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements
  • Lead or support monthend and yearend close processes
  • Manage fund accounting, including restricted and grantrelated funds
  • Analyze financial results and investigate variances
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
  • Assist with audits, Form 990 support, and external reporting
  • Mentor junior accounting staff and support process improvements

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 4-7 years of progressive accounting experience (nonprofit preferred)
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP or fund accounting systems preferred
  • Ability to manage deadlines and communicate effectively with stakeholders

About Cherry Bekaert LLP

Cherry Bekaert is a public accounting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries. The company offers audit, tax, and advisory services to help clients achieve their business goals. Cherry Bekaert has a team of over 1,200 professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality work and exceptional customer service. The company has offices in several states across the US and serves clients in both the public and private sectors.
Learn more about Cherry Bekaert LLP
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Legal & Accounting
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$220 million
* Ladders Estimates

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