About the Role
Our nonprofit client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Finance Consultant to provide interim support during a transition period. This role is critical in maintaining the accuracy of financial operations and ensuring strong oversight of the organization’s accounting functions.

This is a short-term consulting engagement (2–3 months) with a hybrid work schedule (2–3 days per week in the Washington, DC office).

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the production and accuracy of financial statements
• Maintain oversight of the accounting system and internal controls
• Lead the development, presentation, and tracking of the annual budget for the Board of Directors
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing and reporting
• Review and approve vendor payments
• Manage federal, state, and local tax and administrative filings (IRS, DC, and other jurisdictions)
• Oversee banking relationships and effective management of bank accounts
• Serve as liaison to the Finance Committee, report regularly on financial operations
• Act as principal contact for external audits and coordinate audit processes

Qualifications

• CPA designation preferred (or equivalent senior-level accounting/finance experience in nonprofits)
• Proven experience in nonprofit or foundation finance and accounting
• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and compliance standards
• Prior experience preparing financial statements, budgets, and audit packages
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central strongly preferred (not required)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financials to leadership and board committees
• Availability to be onsite in Washington, DC 2–3 days per week