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CFS

Senior Accountant

CFS, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Managing Director, Executive Recruiting at CFS - Accounting, Finance & HR Recruitment Expert Our client is a mission-driven, non-profit organization seeking a

Senior Accountant

who has a strong financial acumen and values accuracy and transparency. This role is pivotal in managing full-cycle accounting and ensuring compliance with all organizational policies, funding regulations, and non-profit accounting standards.

Main Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Accounting: Manage core accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, and monthly account reconciliations.

Financial Reporting: Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for both internal management and external stakeholders.

Grants and Funding Compliance: Maintain precise records for federal, state, and private grants; diligently track expenses against grant budgets; and prepare necessary billings for monthly reimbursements and grant reporting.

Monthly Close: Execute the procedures for both month-end and year-end financial closes.

Budget Support: Collaborate with organizational leadership to develop, monitor, and manage the annual operating budget and various project budgets.

Audit and Compliance: Coordinate directly with external auditors to support all annual audit activities and ensure strict compliance with GAAP and non-profit financial policies.

System and Process Improvement: Contribute to the continuous enhancement of financial systems, internal controls, and reporting procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, along with 3–4+ years of relevant accounting experience.

Non-Profit Expertise: Strong understanding of GAAP and non-profit accounting standards; previous experience in a non-profit or grant‑funded environment is highly preferred.

Grant Management: Experience with federal grants, contract compliance, restricted funds, cost allocation, and grant expense tracking.

Technical Proficiency: Expertise in accounting software (Sage or similar preferred) and strong Excel skills.

Team Fit: Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a small team environment while maintaining composure and professionalism under pressure.

Location: Portland, OR

Salary: $78,000 - $82,000

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries: Accounting

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