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Senior Staff Accountant (Temp-to-Hire)
Washington, DCSenior Staff Accountant (Temp-to-Hire)
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid – 3 days in office to start)
Employment Type: Temporary-to-Hire
Pay Rate: $40–$43 per hour
Target FTE Salary Range: $80,000–$90,000 (DOE)
Industry: Nonprofit / Mission-Driven Organization
About the Opportunity
A well-established, mission-driven nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join its finance team on a temp-to-hire basis. This role reports to the Accounting Director and will play a key role in supporting core accounting operations, compliance, and financial reporting.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nonprofit accountant who enjoys hands-on work, collaboration, and contributing to an organization with a global impact.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications
Desired Characteristics
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Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid – 3 days in office to start)
Employment Type: Temporary-to-Hire
Pay Rate: $40–$43 per hour
Target FTE Salary Range: $80,000–$90,000 (DOE)
Industry: Nonprofit / Mission-Driven Organization
About the Opportunity
A well-established, mission-driven nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join its finance team on a temp-to-hire basis. This role reports to the Accounting Director and will play a key role in supporting core accounting operations, compliance, and financial reporting.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nonprofit accountant who enjoys hands-on work, collaboration, and contributing to an organization with a global impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform general accounting functions supporting month-end and year-end close
- Prepare schedules and journal entries for review by senior leadership
- Develop and maintain multiple cost allocation schedules on a monthly basis
- Process Accounts Payable, including review, coding, documentation, and timely payments
- Coordinate with internal staff, vendors, and banking partners in a professional manner
- Track and manage international wire transfers as needed
- Ensure adherence to established accounting procedures and internal controls
- Maintain compliance with applicable sponsoring agency and grant regulations
- Assist with audit preparation, including annual financial audits and programmatic audits
- Support preparation of Form 990 and related filings
- Assist with accounting research and special projects as requested
- Serve as backup for various accounting functions when needed
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience
- Strong experience with QuickBooks Online or a similar accounting system
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Working knowledge of nonprofit accounting, GAAP, and compliance requirements
- Experience supporting month-end close and general ledger activities
- Eligibility to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship available)
- Ability and willingness to work onsite in a hybrid environment
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Experience with grant-funded accounting
- Understanding of Uniform Guidance
- Exposure to foreign currency transactions and international payments
- Experience with accounts payable automation tools (e.g., Anybill or similar)
- Prior experience supporting audits and Form 990 preparation
Desired Characteristics
- Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented
- Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Professional, service-oriented approach when working with internal and external stakeholders
- Motivated by mission-driven work and organizational impact
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