Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Nonprofit industry accounting experience required
Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles
Experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation
Proficient in preparing journal entries and performing reconciliations
Familiarity with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
Experience with fixed asset accounting and external audits
Strong Excel and analytical skills
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
Responsibilities
Support month-end and year-end close processes for accurate accounting
Prepare and post journal entries with necessary documentation
Conduct bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Review Accounts Payable for accuracy and timely processing
Support accounting activities related to Accounts Payable, Receivable, Fixed Assets, and Investments
Provide documentation for external audits and assist with tax reporting
Support annual budgeting and ongoing financial forecasting
Conduct budget-to-actual reporting and variance analysis
Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation
Assist in process improvements and strengthening accounting controls
Benefits
Hands-on role with significant impact on financial reporting
Opportunity to work in the nonprofit sector
Collaborative environment with a focus on process improvement
Engagement in diverse accounting functions from budgeting to audits
Potential for professional growth within the organization
Full Job Description
Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant with nonprofit industry experience to support the organization's accounting and financial reporting functions. This is a hands-on role with responsibility across month-end close, financial statement preparation, reconciliations, audit and tax support, budgeting and forecasting, and general accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities
Support the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely completion of accounting activities.
Prepare and post journal entries, including supporting documentation.
Prepare bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger account reconciliations.
Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Review Accounts Payable activity for accuracy, proper coding, appropriate documentation, and timely processing.
Support accounting activities related to:
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Fixed Assets
Investments
Provide supporting schedules, reconciliations, and documentation for external audits.
Assist with tax reporting and related compliance activities.
Support the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting.
Assist with budget-to-actual reporting and variance analysis.
Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and reconciliation issues.
Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
Assist with process improvements and strengthening accounting controls.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Nonprofit industry accounting experience required.
Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
Experience supporting month-end close and financial statement preparation.
Experience preparing journal entries and performing bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
Experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable accounting.
Experience with fixed asset accounting.
Experience supporting external audits and tax reporting.
Strong Excel and analytical skills.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
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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.
