LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a non-profit client to hire a Staff Accountant for a contract role in San Francisco, California. The Senior Accountant plays a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial operations and compliance with GAAP and fund accounting principles. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with extensive experience in the non-profit sector. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for general ledger management, grant reporting, budgeting support, and audit preparation.

PLEASE NOTE: All duties for this role are performed at the client’s headquarters in San Francisco, California (SF Financial Distrcit)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes

• Prepare financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders

• Track and report on restricted/unrestricted funds, grants, and contracts in compliance with donor and regulatory requirements

• Assist with the preparation of the annual operating budget and forecasts

• Lead audit preparations and liaise with external auditors for annual financial and compliance audits

• Reconcile bank and investment accounts

• Oversee payroll journal entries and related tax filings in coordination with HR

• Support the preparation of IRS Form 990 and other required filings

• Maintain accounting policies and internal controls

• Provide financial analysis to support strategic decision-making

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred)

• Minimum 5–7 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in the non-profit sector

• Strong understanding of GAAP and fund accounting (FASB standards)

• Experience with grant and contract reporting

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Blackbaud) and Microsoft Excel

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-driven environment

• Familiarity with federal and state compliance requirements for non-profits

Next Steps:

Please include your current resume with your online application.

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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