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Senior Accountant

United States, Birmingham B2B · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join an education organization in Birmingham, Alabama on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role will support core accounting operations, produce accurate financial reporting, and help maintain strong fiscal controls across the business office. The ideal candidate brings solid experience in general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and nonprofit financial activity, along with the ability to work carefully with internal teams and external partners.

Job Responsibility

  • Oversee day-to-day accounting activities by supporting cash receipts, deposits, accounts payable, and general ledger accuracy in line with accepted accounting standards
  • Lead key month-end close tasks, including preparing and recording journal entries and completing detailed balance sheet reconciliations
  • Develop timely financial statements and management reports that provide clear insight into operating results and account activity
  • Maintain accounting records in Blackbaud Financial Edge, including posting journal activity and supporting the accuracy of financial data
  • Administer and reconcile tuition, scholarship, and related student billing transactions while responding to account questions and communicating financial obligations and policies
  • Review aging activity for past-due receivables each month and prepare reporting for leadership on delinquent balances
  • Support annual audit and tax reporting needs by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and documentation requested by auditors and the firm handling Form 990 preparation
  • Record gifts and contributions accurately in the general ledger and partner with advancement staff to ensure donation activity is properly reflected
  • Process payroll on bi-weekly and monthly cycles, remit retirement contributions on schedule, and coordinate required 1099 reporting
  • Track investment transactions, fixed asset activity, budget balances, and other assigned financial data while providing backup support and training within the business office as needed

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required
  • At least 4 years of accounting experience in a senior-level or comparable role
  • Hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and account reconciliations
  • Background in nonprofit accounting, including recording donations and contributions, is required
  • Proficiency with Blackbaud Financial Edge is required
  • Strong analytical ability with experience interpreting financial results and identifying discrepancies
  • Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners

What we offer

  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Free online training
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