Nonprofit Senior Accountant, Temp to Perm, Hybrid Downtown Manhattan

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a large, mission-driven nonprofit organization in Downtown Manhattan to fill a Senior Accountant position on a temp-to-perm basis. This role follows a hybrid schedule with four days in-office and one day remote each week. It’s an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional with a strong background in nonprofit finance, grant reporting, and month-end close processes. Apply now for immediate consideration!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely

• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts

• Track and report on restricted and unrestricted grants, ensuring compliance with donor requirements

• Prepare financial statements and perform financial analysis with insightful commentary

• Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and support the annual audit process

• Analyze expenses and identify opportunities for cost savings

• Support ad-hoc accounting and financial analysis projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a nonprofit environment

• Strong understanding of grant accounting and fund reporting

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs required)

• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar platforms

• Familiarity with Power BI or Tableau is a plus, but not required

• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills

$40-48/hr

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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