Senior Accountant/AP
Temp to Hire 
$85k-$95K conversion
Hybrid – Arlington – 3 days
Must be hands on – ability to deal with complex AP process.
Must be able to speak on experience from a technical standpoint.

JOB SUMMARY:
As an integral member of the finance team the Senior Accountant, Accounts Payable is one of the main contributors to financial statements, annual budgets, and forecasts. S/he completes monthly reconciliations, journal entries and other work needed to close books in a timely manner. Supervises accounts payable coordinator position. Reviews recurring financial processes such as check-runs and credit card reconciliations and assists in developing and monitoring internal controls to ensure best practices are followed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assist Director of Finance with Monthly Close and general reporting (approximately 65% of effort):

• Works with accounting staff and Director of Finance on day-to-day accounting functions and monthly closing process, particularly regarding accounts payable.
• Responsible for all processes related to disbursements and their recording in the GL.
• Directs and reviews work of Accounts Payable Coordinator including the timely and accurate payment of invoices, and all other disbursements.
• Assists in preparation of financial statements for the organization, including for 25 different programs or activities.
• Responsible for credit card accounts, monthly AMEX payoff, and monthly tie in to accounts payable balance in the general ledger.
• Ensures accounts payable journal ties into accounts payable general ledger balance each month.
• Creates reports in several software programs as needed.
• Assists in developing, implementing, and reviewing of internal control procedures particularly those in the accounts payable area including those to prevent duplicate payments.
• Responds to questions and provides financial information about financial reports and key performance indicators used by program managers and leadership in their decision making.
• Supports program managers and executive office staff about accounts payable and other financial issues.
• Other analysis projects.

Audit and Tax preparation (approximately 20% of effort)

• Prepares monthly and annual schedules and workpapers for the annual audit and IRS Form 990’s and 990 T’s.
• Create and review reports for special purposes and analyze specific activities or proposals.

Budget preparation (approximately 10% of effort):

• Assists program managers with budget submissions, reviews program budgets for accuracy, completeness, and reasonableness.
• Assists in preparation of budget document and development of key performance indicators to assist senior leadership with decision making.

Other Duties as assigned (approximately 5% of effort):

• Provide advice, support, reports to program managers and other staff as situations require.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of related experience
• 2 years of supervisory experience

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Experience in public accounting, preparation of IRS Form 990, preparation of financial statements, and experience working in a membership association.

Certifications & Licenses Preferred:

• CPA

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Required:

• Strong financial acumen.
• Willingness and ability to track and meet multiple and competing deadlines.
• Experience using complex accounting software including subsidiary ledgers.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to influence and engage others.
• Ability to effectively utilize interpersonal skills and reliable information when working with internal customers, team members, and external stakeholders to accomplish project goals.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to consistently attend to details and meet deadlines.
• Ability and commitment to keep information confidential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability and commitment to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Excellent technical support, analytical, and problem-solving skills